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Father’s Day Chocolate Lava Cakes

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  • Author: Pamela
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Father’s Day Chocolate Lava Cakes are the ultimate indulgent dessert, featuring a warm, gooey chocolate center that flows with every bite. These individual cakes are impressively easy to make and perfect for celebrating Dad. With rich bittersweet chocolate enveloped in a soft cake exterior, they promise a delightful experience. Serve them warm alongside vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for an unforgettable treat that will surely win your father’s heart.


Ingredients

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  • 4 oz bittersweet chocolate
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter together until smooth, stirring occasionally.
  3. In another bowl, whisk granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until light and fluffy.
  4. Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg-sugar blend. Gently mix in flour and vanilla until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into prepared ramekins, filling them three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Let cool slightly before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake (113g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg