Decadent Raspberry Chocolate Lava Cakes for Two
A quick and easy dessert featuring rich molten chocolate with a tart raspberry surprise, perfectly portioned for two.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz (115 g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing
- 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour, sifted (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1/3 cup (50 g) fresh raspberries (frozen thawed and drained works too)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease two 6-ounce ramekins thoroughly with butter, then lightly dust them with flour or cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth and glossy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar vigorously until thick, pale, and slightly frothy (2-3 minutes by hand or 1-2 minutes with a mixer).
- Stir the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt into the melted chocolate mixture, then gently fold it into the egg mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Sift the flour over the batter and fold it in gently until no streaks remain and the batter is smooth, thick, and shiny.
- Carefully fold in the fresh raspberries, distributing them evenly but gently to avoid breaking them up too much.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
- Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes. The edges should be set and firm, but the center will still look soft and slightly jiggly.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 1-2 minutes to allow the lava to set slightly.
- Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert each cake onto a dessert plate. Serve immediately for best gooey effect.
Notes
If the batter seems too liquidy before baking, chill in the fridge for 10 minutes to help with structure. Timing is crucial to avoid overbaking and drying out the molten center. Use room temperature eggs for best texture. You can prepare the batter up to an hour ahead and refrigerate it; bring to room temperature before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lava cake (1/2 of
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 27
- Saturated Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 6
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