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Red Velvet Molten Lava Cakes for Two

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A quick and easy dessert recipe that combines classic red velvet flavor with a gooey molten chocolate center, perfect for intimate occasions and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons (57 grams) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 3 ounces (85 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup (32 grams) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons (15 grams) unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup (67 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons red food coloring (gel or liquid, optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease two 6-ounce ramekins generously with butter, then dust with cocoa powder.
  2. Melt the butter and chocolate together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth and glossy. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and sugar. Stir to combine evenly.
  4. In another bowl, beat the egg and egg yolk until combined. Add vanilla extract and red food coloring, whisking gently until uniform in color.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients with a spatula until just incorporated.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
  7. Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers are still slightly jiggly.
  8. Let the cakes cool for 1-2 minutes, then run a knife around the edges and invert onto dessert plates. Serve immediately with optional toppings.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better lava texture. Do not overbake to maintain molten center. Grease ramekins well and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Let melted chocolate cool slightly before mixing to avoid cooking eggs prematurely. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate chips. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend.

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