Lemon Lava Cake
An indulgent dessert featuring a delicate chocolate cake with a vibrant molten lemon curd center, perfectly balancing sweetness and tartness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins generously with butter.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat and let it cool slightly.
- Combine the melted butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until creamy.
- Add the 2 large eggs and 2 egg yolks to the mixture, whisking vigorously.
- Mix in the flour, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt until just combined.
- Fill the prepared ramekins evenly, about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center jiggles slightly.
- Cool for one minute, then invert onto plates and dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
Serve warm for the best experience. Pairs well with whipped cream or fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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