Valentine's Day is quickly approaching, and that means there is an extra excuse to whip up something delicious and hopefully chocolate-y. FYI - I'm definitely making these for Valentine's Day. I've been craving a good 'ole chocolate lava cake, and this recipe surely is the best of the best.
However, this lava cake does not require a calendar-marked day to be enjoyed. Every bite of this cake is pure bliss, and it's truly fantastically (is that even a word?) perfect with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream melting away in every bite. It's great for a random Wednesday night, birthday, anniversary, or a gloomy, rainy day.
I am a huge chocolate person. I am also a huge cake person. Therefore, I have had many a lava cake. This recipe is truly THE best. Each cake has exceptional gooey-ness, chocolatey-ness, and richness. Because, the worst thing to happen when digging into a lava cake is for there to be no lava in the center. *womp womp* However, with this recipe and ensuring to take them out of the oven right on time, you'll end up with an optimal amount of lava in each bite. and, personally, I always need a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side, duh. It's a no brainer with every warm dessert.
Ingredients for Chocolate Lava Cakes for Two
- unsalted butter
- dark chocolate, chopped (very high quality. I use Videri's 70% Dark Chocolate)
- brown sugar
- granulated sugar
- egg & egg yolk
- vanilla extract
- cocoa powder
- all purpose flour (for gluten free: use oat flour or gluten free flour blend)
- salt
How to Make Chocolate Lava Cake
Tools for Lava Cake Making
- a stand mixer: my go-to is always Kitchen Aid
- a rubber spatula: here's my very favorite one. I have it in many colors, and I've never found a better spatula.
- chef's knife : my favorite knives are from Mercer, and they're such high quality for such an affordable price.
- best cutting board : the best cutting board ever. Dishwasher safe, antibacterial, warp-proof, and highest quality.
- ceramic ramekins : perfect size for these individual cakes and many other recipes
- my favorite ice cream scoop : it's even dishwasher safe
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