How to Make Flourless Chocolate Lava Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably indulgent about a chocolate lava cake. The combination of rich, gooey chocolate and a slightly crisp exterior is a dessert lover's dream come true. But what if you could enjoy all of that deliciousness without the need for flour? That's exactly what this flourless chocolate lava cake recipe delivers — a decadent, gluten-free treat that will satisfy any chocolate craving.

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces 70% bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 12 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 cakes

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Adjust a rack to the middle of the oven. Butter six 4-ounce ramekins.
  • Put the chocolate and butter in a metal or glass bowl over barely simmering water. Stir occasionally until melted. Remove from the heat.
  • Place the eggs, sugar, and salt in the bowl of a mixer. Whip at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Reduce speed to low and add the chocolate; mix until combined. Spoon into the prepared ramekins and place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for about 10 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is underdone. Let cool 3 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    525 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 23g
    • Cholesterol: 187mg
    • Sodium: 100mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 34g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 195mg