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Molten Chocolate Raspberry Lava Cake

A rich, decadent chocolate lava cake with a warm raspberry center, perfect for romantic dinners and special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Autumn
Servings 4 cakes
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Ramekins
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter

  • 6 oz dark chocolate chopped
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.75 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 eggs large
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Filling

  • 0.5 cup fresh raspberries

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter and cocoa-dust ramekins.
  • Melt chocolate and butter together until smooth.
  • Whisk in powdered sugar.
  • Add eggs, yolks, and vanilla; whisk until glossy.
  • Fold in flour and salt gently.
  • Place raspberries in ramekins and cover with batter.
  • Bake 11–13 minutes until edges are set.
  • Invert onto plates and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve immediately for best molten center texture.
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