Valentine’s Day Easy Chocolate Lava Cake
If you’re looking to impress someone special this Valentine’s Day, this Easy Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe is the perfect choice. In just 17 minutes, you can create two individual cakes with a rich, gooey chocolate center that oozes out upon cutting. This decadent dessert requires minimal effort and ingredients, making it ideal for cozy date nights or indulgent treats after a long week. Picture the delight as you slice into the warm cake, revealing its molten core—a moment of pure magic that’s sure to create lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Makes 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ounces unsalted butter
- 3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Melt butter, chocolate, and espresso powder in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, confectioners' sugar, egg, and egg yolk until well combined.
- Stir in vanilla and melted chocolate mixture. Gently fold in flour and salt until just combined.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and pour batter into greased ramekins. Bake for about 12 minutes until edges are set but the center remains soft.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Invert onto plates and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (100g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 39g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 155mg