Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Medium)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease and flour 8 (6-ounce) ramekins.
- In a medium bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips, coconut, and almonds. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Let cool for a few minutes before inverting onto serving plates.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and decadent chocolate lava cake with a soft and gooey center
- Topped with shredded coconut and chopped almonds for added texture and flavor
- Perfect for a special occasion dessert or a sweet treat
User Comments:
- "Amazing! The chocolate was so rich and the coconut and almonds added a unique touch!"
- "The lava cake was moist and cooked perfectly. The flavor was spot on!"
- "Absolutely delicious! I'll definitely be making this again!"
- "Easy to make and so impressive. My guests loved it!"
- "A bit too sweet for my taste, but still enjoyed the flavor combination."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the chocolate chips are semisweet and not dark chocolate, as this can make the cake too bitter.
- Do not overbeat the batter, as this will result in a dense cake.
- Let the lava cakes cool for a few minutes before inverting to prevent the centers from spilling out.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
