This rich and indulgent chocolate cake, with a moist and fudgy interior, is perfect for satisfying any chocolate lover’s cravings. The image showcases a beautifully baked chocolate lava cake, soft in the center and oozing with chocolate goodness when cut into. The outer layer is baked to perfection, while the inside remains deliciously gooey. It’s the ultimate dessert for special occasions or to simply indulge in something heavenly.
Recipe for Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake
Ingredients:
- 200g dark chocolate, chopped
- 100g unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing
- 150g sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 100g all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- A pinch of salt
- Optional: powdered sugar for garnish, extra melted chocolate for drizzle
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a bundt pan or round cake mold with butter.
- Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in a microwave, stirring frequently until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy, then add the vanilla extract.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the beaten eggs.
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then gradually fold them into the chocolate-egg mixture until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the cake forms a crispy outer layer but still has a soft center. A toothpick inserted into the cake should come out slightly fudgy.
- Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes, then transfer it to a serving plate.
- Optional: Drizzle with extra melted chocolate or dust with powdered sugar.
- Serve warm, slicing into it to reveal the gooey chocolate center. Enjoy!
This chocolate lava cake pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for an added touch of elegance.