Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 mins.
Cook Time: 12-14 mins.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter
4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
1 cup powdered sugar
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Fresh berries (like raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries) from your local market
Optional: Ice cream or extra powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and lightly dust them with cocoa powder.
2. Melt Chocolate & Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and chopped chocolate. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until melted and smooth.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Stir in the powdered sugar, followed by the eggs and egg yolks. Whisk until fully completed.
4. Add Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gently fold everything together until combined.
5. Fill Ramekins: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins. Place them on a baking sheet for easy transfer.
6. Bake: Bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft and slightly jiggly. Be careful not to over bake as you want the center to remain molten.
7. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cakes rest for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges, then invert the cakes onto serving plates.
8. Top with Market Fresh Berries: For the perfect finishing touch, top your molten lava cake with fresh, juicy berries from market. Whether you choose raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries, these berries will add a tart, sweet balance to the rich chocolate. Look for vendors selling plump, vibrant berries – the freshest ones will be bursting with flavor and perfect for this dessert.
Pro Tip:
Visit the berry vendors at the market early for the best selection. Look for berries that are firm and fragrant, with no signs of mushiness. Many of our local farmers use sustainable practices, ensuring you’re getting the freshest, most flavorful fruit available!
By incorporating fresh market berries, you’ll elevate this dessert to a new level of flavor while supporting our local farmers. Enjoy!