Gluten Free Chocolate Lava Cake

Servings: 4

Ready in: 25 minutes

Calories: 420 per serving

Good for: Dessert

Description:

This gluten-free chocolate lava cake is a rich and decadent dessert with a gooey, molten center. It’s the perfect indulgent treat for any chocolate lover and ideal for special occasions. The balance of a firm cake exterior and a molten, creamy center makes it irresistible.

Ingredients:

  • 6 oz gluten-free dark chocolate (about 170g)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g), plus extra for greasing
  • 1/4 cup gluten-free flour (32g, such as almond or coconut flour)
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar (80g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 ramekins with butter and dust with gluten-free flour, shaking off any excess.
  2. Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler method). Stir until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Slowly mix the chocolate mixture into the eggs, whisking constantly.
  4. Fold in the gluten-free flour and a pinch of salt until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the greased ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set, but the center is soft and jiggly.
  7. Let the cakes rest for a minute, then carefully invert them onto plates. Serve immediately for that molten lava effect.

Brief Description:

This gluten-free chocolate lava cake is a rich and decadent dessert with a gooey, molten center. It’s the perfect indulgent treat for any chocolate lover and ideal for special occasions. The balance of a firm cake exterior and a molten, creamy center makes it irresistible.

Nutritional Information:

  • Calories: 420
  • Fat: 28g (43% of Daily Value)
  • Carbohydrates: 40g (13% of Daily Value)
  • Protein: 7g (14% of Daily Value)
  • Sugars: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g (12% of Daily Value)

Cost Estimation:

  • Gluten-free dark chocolate: $4.50
  • Butter: $1.50
  • Gluten-free flour: $1.00
  • Powdered sugar: $0.50
  • Eggs: $0.80
  • Vanilla extract: $0.30
  • Total Estimated Cost: $8.60 (approximately $2.15 per serving)