INDIVIDUAL CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKES BY GHIRARDELLI

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I just received my first KitchenAid stand mixer and this recipe was included in their recipes. I love the idea of making a chilled chocolate ball that is added to the batter in order to obtain that gooey yummy center. It says to garnish with raspberries and whipped cream, but I know we like to serve it with vanilla ice cream!!

Provided by diner524

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 individual cakes, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ounces chocolate, baking bar Bittersweet (60% Cacao)
1/4 cup heavy cream
4 ounces chocolate, baking bar Bittersweet (60% Cacao)
8 tablespoons butter, unsalted
2 eggs
2 egg yolks
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup cake flour

Steps:

  • Directions.
  • To make centers, melt 2 ounces of chocolate (1/2 a baking bar) and cream in double boiler. Whisk gently to blend. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm. Form into 6 balls; refrigerate until needed.
  • To make cake, heat oven to 400°F Spray six 4-ounce ramekins or custard cups with cooking spray. Melt 4 ounces of chocolate (1 baking bar) and butter in double boiler; whisk gently to blend. With an electric mixer, whisk eggs, yolks, sugar, and vanilla on high speed about 5 minutes or until thick and light. Fold melted chocolate mixture and flour into egg mixture just until combined. Spoon cake batter into ramekins. Place a chocolate ball in the middle of each ramekin.
  • Bake about 15 minutes or until cake is firm to the touch. Let it sit out of the oven for about 5 minutes. Run a small, sharp knife around inside of each ramekin, place a plate on top, invert and remove ramekin. Garnish with raspberries and a dollop of whipped cream.

Rasheedat Atoke
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I've never been a fan of chocolate lava cakes, but these ones changed my mind. They're absolutely delicious!


Glory Uzoma
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cakes didn't come out with a lava center.


Deanna Canady
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I made these cakes for my kids' birthday party, and they were a huge hit!


Brenda Tuggle
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These cakes are so rich and decadent, they're perfect for a special occasion.


Brendy Kabungo
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I served these cakes with vanilla ice cream, and it was the perfect combination!


Antwi Mary
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I'm not much of a baker, but even I was able to make these cakes without any problems. They're definitely a keeper!


Rabby Hossin
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These cakes were a bit too dense for my liking, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference.


Elizabeth Afolabi
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I used dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet, and they were still delicious!


Jayson Billings
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I've tried this recipe a few times now, and I've always had great results. The cakes are always moist and fudgy, with a perfect lava center.


Patrick Perry
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These cakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved them.


Yasir Arain
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I'm so glad I found this recipe because it's now my go-to chocolate lava cake recipe. It's easy to follow and always turns out perfectly.


Adham Ayaad
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Amazing recipe; I didn't change a thing. I love how simple and quick this dessert is to make, and it's perfect for any occasion.


Radio Vaillancourt
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My friends raved about these cakes - they were a big hit for my dinner party!