Description
Chocolate Cherry Lava Cakes are a luxurious dessert that brings together the rich flavors of dark chocolate and the tartness of fresh cherries, delivering an unforgettable molten center. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a romantic dinner or a festive gathering, these individual cakes create a delightful surprise when cut open, oozing warm chocolate goodness. Pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent treat that will wow your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With straightforward ingredients and simple steps, you can easily create this decadent delight at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz high-quality dark chocolate (60% cocoa or higher)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ cup fresh pitted cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until light and frothy.
- Gradually mix the melted chocolate into the egg mixture, then fold in the flour.
- Gently incorporate the fresh cherries into the batter.
- Divide the batter among prepared ramekins and bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg