These chocolate lava cakes are a dessert made to melt.
You’ll get four individual desserts, each with their own molten lava center of gooey chocolate fudge.
It would also make aspecial birthday cake.
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A bit of espresso powder in the batter heightens the chocolate flavor; it doesn’t overwhelm it.
Learn how to make chocolate lava cakes, and impress everyone with your baking skills.
What Is a Lava Cake?
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While the concept of molten cakes may go far back, the exact origin is unclear.
It has remained a staple on dessert menus throughout the country since.
When baking with chocolate, the higher the quality, the better the results.
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Ourpeanut butter,raspberry, andred velvetversions offer delicious twists on the classic cake.
To prepare ahead, make and portion the batter into ramekins as directed.
Wrap and refrigerate for up to two days, or freeze for up to one month.
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Thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen, then bring to room temperature before baking as directed.
Note that you may need to add a minute or two to the baking time.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen.
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Reheat in the microwave or preheated 350F oven until hot throughout.
Note that the cakes may become less molten after reheating.
chopped 60% to 70%bittersweet chocolate bar
1/2cup(4 oz.
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Coat 4 (6-oz.)
ovenproof ramekins with cooking spray, and place on a small rimmed baking sheet.
Cook, stirring constantly, until chocolate is fully melted and smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove from heat, and cool, undisturbed, about 5 minutes.
Gently fold in flour and espresso powder just until combined and glossy brown, about 10-15 seconds.
Divide batter evenly among prepared ramekins (about 1/2 cup per ramekin).
Let stand on baking sheet about 5 minutes, then unmold cakes, turning upside down onto a plate.
Dust with additional powdered sugar, and serve with whipped cream.
They will continue to set as they cool slightly.
Lava cakes can be frozen, thawed, and baked fresh when needed.
you’ve got the option to also freeze leftover lava cakes for longer storage.
Serve chocolate lava cakes straight out of the oven for the most molten centers.
