Molten Lava Mini-Cakes

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Decadent Molten Lava Mini-Cakes Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

14 min

Ready In

29 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

390

Sugar

30g

Fat

28g

Molten Lava Mini-Cakes are a delicious and decadent treat that are perfect for a special occasion. These cakes are small in size but big on flavor, with a rich and gooey center surrounded by a moist and fluffy cake. Serve these mini-cakes alone, or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to balance out the richness. Be prepared for compliments and requests for the recipe, as these cakes are a true crowd-pleaser!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 425°F and grease six muffin cups.
2.	In a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips, butter, and vegetable shortening until smooth.
3.	In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
4.	Stir in the chocolate mixture and then the flour, making sure everything is well combined.
5.	Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups.
6.	Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are still soft and gooey.
7.	Let the cakes cool for about 5 minutes before running a knife around the edges and transferring them to serving plates.
8.	Serve the mini-cakes warm with a dusting of powdered sugar.

PROS

These mini-cakes are rich, decadent, and ooze with warm melted chocolate on the inside.

Perfect for a special occasion such as a romantic dinner or dinner party.

CONS

Since these mini-cakes are high in sugar and fat, it’s best to enjoy them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They are also best served warm, so they will require some preparation time and patience to get them just right.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, the dark chocolate in this recipe provides some health benefits as it is high in antioxidants that can reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

	1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
	1/4 cup butter
	1/4 cup vegetable shortening
	2 eggs
	1/3 cup sugar
	1/4 cup flour