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Decadent Lava Chocolate Fondant Recipe with Perfect Ooze Every Time

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A rich and indulgent chocolate dessert featuring a tender cake exterior with a luscious molten center that oozes perfectly every time. Quick and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
  • A pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1 tsp espresso powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter the ramekins thoroughly, then dust them lightly with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Melt the chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring between bursts until smooth and glossy, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar using a hand or stand mixer on medium-high speed for about 5 minutes until pale, thick, and slightly tripled in volume.
  4. Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the air.
  5. Sift the flour and salt over the batter and fold gently until just combined with no streaks of flour remaining.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, watching closely from minute 10. The edges should be set and firm but the center should jiggle slightly when shaken.
  8. Remove from oven and let sit for 1 minute. Run a small knife around the edges to loosen the cakes.
  9. Invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift to release the fondant.
  10. Serve immediately, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or paired with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better aeration. Be precise with baking time to achieve the perfect molten center. Butter and dust ramekins with cocoa powder for easy release. Serve immediately for best ooze. Batter can be prepared ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours. For gluten-free, substitute almond flour. For vegan, replace butter with coconut oil and eggs with flax or chia egg substitute.

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