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Perfect Foolproof Chocolate Lava Cakes with Salted Caramel Center

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Rich and indulgent chocolate lava cakes with a gooey salted caramel center, easy to make and perfect for special occasions or a cozy treat.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped (recommend Ghirardelli or Valrhona)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (115 g), plus extra for greasing ramekins
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30 g), sifted
  • 1/3 cup sea salted caramel sauce (80 ml), store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
  • Optional: fresh berries or whipped cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and generously butter the ramekins. Dust a little cocoa powder inside for extra flavor and easy release.
  2. Melt the chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth and glossy. Let cool for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then gently fold in the melted chocolate mixture.
  5. Sift flour over the batter and carefully fold it in using a spatula until just combined.
  6. Fill each ramekin halfway with batter. Add a tablespoon of salted caramel sauce in the center, avoiding the sides.
  7. Top with remaining batter until ramekins are about 3/4 full and smooth the tops.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers are still slightly jiggly.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 1 minute. Run a knife around edges to loosen and invert onto serving plates.
  10. Serve immediately, dust with powdered sugar and add whipped cream or fresh berries if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for best results. Start checking cakes at 11 minutes to avoid overbaking. Grease and dust ramekins with cocoa powder for easy release. Homemade salted caramel can be made a day ahead for best consistency. For gluten-free option, substitute almond flour. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and dairy-free caramel.

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