Molten Lava Cakes Recipe

Name: Molten Lava Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 sticks butter, unsalted, plus more for ramekins; 4 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch cayenne; Pinch nutmeg; 12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar; 6 large eggs; 6 large egg yolks; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Servings: persons

2 sticks butter, unsalted, plus more for ramekins
4 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch cayenne
Pinch nutmeg
12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
6 large eggs
6 large egg yolks
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Butter 8 (6-ounce) ramekins and sprinkle each with about 1/2 teaspoon sugar.
3
In a saucepan combine butter, cinnamon, cayenne, nutmeg, and chocolate over low heat until melted and smooth; stir frequently.
4
Cool slightly.
5
In a large bowl whisk together flour, confectioners' sugar, eggs and yolks, vanilla extract and almond extract until creamy.
6
Add melted chocolate to the batter and whisk together.
7
Pour into prepared ramekins.
8
Bake cakes until the top is stiff and cracked and the edges are dark, about 12 to 14 minutes.
9
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
10
Loosen the edges of the cake with a small paring knife then invert onto plates while warm.

1921

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

208

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 sticks butter, unsalted, plus more for ramekins, 4 teaspoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, Pinch cayenne, and more.

Yes, Molten Lava Cakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Molten Lava Cakes

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