_Sips coffee_ Ladies and gentlemen, let me introduce you to the most heavenly dessert that’ll make your dinner guests weak in the knees – my irresistible Chocolate Caramel Lava Cakes with Salted Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. Trust me, this isn’t your basic molten cake recipe; it’s pure magic in a ramekin!
You know those moments when you’re craving something utterly decadent but also want to feel fancy? Well, honey, I’ve got you covered! This recipe has been my secret weapon for years, and now I’m finally sharing it with you all (don’t tell my mother-in-law 😉).
Ingredients (serves 4):
– 8 oz high-quality dark chocolate (none of that cheap stuff!)
– 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 4 large eggs
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 4 caramel squares
– Pinch of sea salt
– Vanilla bean ice cream
– Optional: fresh berries for garnish
First things first, let’s get our hands dirty! Preheat that oven to 425°F (218°C). I know it’s hot, just like that barista who makes my morning coffee, but trust the process!
Butter and lightly flour four 6-ounce ramekins. This step is crucial, darlings – we don’t want our beautiful cakes sticking to the sides like last season’s fashion trends.
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Now, let’s continue with our chocolate masterpiece:
1. Melt the chocolate and butter together in a double boiler until smooth as silk. Let it cool slightly.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and a pinch of salt until light and fluffy.
3. Fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture (gently, we’re not trying to burn calories here!).
4. Sift in the flour and fold until just combined.
Here comes the fun part! Fill each ramekin halfway with batter, pop a caramel square in the center, and cover with remaining batter. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect – we’re going for homemade charm here!
Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are set but the center is still jiggly (like me after a few glasses of wine 🍷).
Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and a sprinkle of sea salt. When your guests cut into these babies, the warm chocolate and gooey caramel will ooze out like liquid gold. It’s absolutely Instagram-worthy, trust me!
Pro tip: Prep these babies ahead of time and pop them in the oven right after dinner. Your guests will think you’re some sort of dessert goddess!
Y’all, I can’t even tell you how many marriage proposals I’ve received because of this dessert (sorry, already taken!). If you’ve made it this far, you’re probably drooling on your screen right now – I know I am!
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XOXO,
Your favorite recipe girl 💋
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