Molten Chocolate Lava Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the decadent delight of Molten Chocolate Lava, a luxurious dessert that will captivate your senses with its rich, gooey center and irresistible flavor. This recipe from lovewithrecipes.com is your ticket to dessert bliss, offering a symphony of dark semi-sweet chocolate, buttery goodness, and a hint of Grand Marnier liqueur.
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Servings: 5
- Calories: 1085 per serving
- Dietary Information: Canadian, Free Of…, Potluck, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups dark semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 1/3 cups unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 whole eggs
- 3 egg yolks
- 7 tablespoons Grand Marnier liqueur
Instructions:
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Preparation: Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 5 ramekins with butter and dust them with cocoa powder for easy release.
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Chop Chocolate: Begin by chopping the dark semi-sweet chocolate into small, uniform pieces, ensuring easy melting.
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Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the unsalted butter either in a microwave or over a double boiler. Once melted, pour it over the chopped chocolate.
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Combine Chocolate and Butter: Using a spatula, gently mix the melted butter and chocolate until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
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Whip Eggs: In a separate mixing bowl, whip together the whole eggs and egg yolks using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 1 minute until they are light and frothy.
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Add Sugar and Cornstarch: Gradually add the sugar and cornstarch to the whipped eggs, continuing to beat until the mixture becomes frothy and slightly thickened, which should take approximately 4 minutes.
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Incorporate Grand Marnier: Pour in the Grand Marnier liqueur into the egg mixture and continue to mix until well combined.
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Combine Mixtures: Carefully pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture, gently folding them together until fully incorporated and the batter is smooth and velvety.
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Fill Ramekins: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them approximately ¾ full to allow room for rising during baking.
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Bake: Place the filled ramekins on a baking sheet and transfer them to the preheated oven. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft and gooey.
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Serve: Remove the Molten Chocolate Lava cakes from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Then, using oven mitts or kitchen towels, carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate to release the cakes. Serve immediately, allowing the warm, molten centers to ooze out invitingly.
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Storage: Any leftover batter can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days, ready to be baked fresh whenever a craving strikes.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1085
- Total Fat: 62.4g
- Saturated Fat: 35.5g
- Cholesterol: 728mg
- Sodium: 117.5mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 122.1g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 110.6g
- Protein: 13.2g
Tips and Variations:
- For a non-alcoholic version, you can substitute the Grand Marnier liqueur with orange juice or omit it altogether.
- Serve your Molten Chocolate Lava cakes with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or fresh berries for added indulgence.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate to customize the flavor profile of your lava cakes, such as milk chocolate or even white chocolate for a unique twist.
- Ensure not to overbake the lava cakes, as the goal is to have a gooey, molten center. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the baking time to prevent overcooking.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to accommodate your serving needs. Simply adjust the quantities accordingly while maintaining the same ratios of ingredients.
