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Decadent Salted Caramel Chocolate Lava Cakes for Two

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Rich and gooey chocolate lava cakes with a molten salted caramel center, perfect for a cozy dessert for two. Quick and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing ramekins)
  • 4 ounces bittersweet or dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 soft caramel candies (or 2 tablespoons homemade caramel sauce, chilled and thickened)
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt (for sprinkling)
  • Optional garnishes: powdered sugar, fresh berries, sprig of mint

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter your ramekins thoroughly and dust with cocoa powder or flour, tapping out the excess.
  2. Melt butter and chocolate together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy. Alternatively, use a double boiler. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until pale and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes with a hand mixer.
  4. Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring gently to combine. Add a pinch of salt.
  5. Sift flour over the batter and fold in carefully using a spatula, avoiding overmixing.
  6. Spoon batter evenly into ramekins, filling each about halfway.
  7. Place two soft caramel candies (or 1 tablespoon thickened caramel sauce) in the center of each ramekin, pressing down gently but keeping covered by batter.
  8. Top with remaining batter, smoothing the surface gently.
  9. Bake on a baking sheet for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly when nudged.
  10. Let cakes rest 1-2 minutes, run a knife around edges to loosen, then invert onto plates.
  11. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm with fresh berries or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Use room-temperature eggs for better batter texture. Avoid overbaking to keep the molten center. Grease and dust ramekins well to prevent sticking. Chill caramel pieces before placing in batter if they sink too deep. Cakes can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking. For vegan or gluten-free adaptations, use dairy-free butter, vegan chocolate, and gluten-free flour.

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