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Decadent Triple Chocolate Lava Cakes

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Rich and indulgent triple chocolate lava cakes with a molten center, perfect for impressing guests or a personal treat. Easy to make with simple ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (85 grams), plus extra for greasing
  • 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (115 grams)
  • 2 ounces milk chocolate, chopped (55 grams)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted (25 grams)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted (30 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease your ramekins thoroughly with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Melt the butter and chocolate: In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter, bittersweet chocolate, and milk chocolate. Heat gently, stirring every 20 seconds if using the microwave, until smooth and glossy. Let it cool slightly.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt.
  4. Whisk eggs and sugar: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until pale and slightly frothy.
  5. Combine chocolate and eggs: Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while whisking gently. Be careful not to cook the eggs. The batter should be smooth and shiny.
  6. Fold in dry ingredients: Using a spatula, gently fold the sifted cocoa, flour, and salt into the wet mixture. Stop as soon as it’s just combined to avoid overmixing.
  7. Fill ramekins: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake: Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes. The edges should be firm, but the centers jiggle slightly when you gently shake the pan.
  9. Cool and unmold: Let the cakes cool for 1-2 minutes, then carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen. Invert onto plates and serve immediately to enjoy the molten center at its best.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate like Ghirardelli or Valrhona for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond flour. Timing is crucial to maintain the molten center; check cakes early if your oven runs hot. Grease and dust ramekins well to prevent sticking.

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