Flourless Gluten Free Chocolate Lava Cake
This rich, gooey Flourless Gluten Free Chocolate Lava Cake is naturally gluten-free, made with simple pantry staples, and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a cozy fall night or a decadent dinner party dessert.
Equipment
- 4 ramekins
- baking tray
- mixing bowls
- whisk
- Heat-safe bowl
- Microwave or double boiler
- Knife (for releasing cakes)
Ingredients
- 4 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% or more)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (or plant-based butter)
- 2 whole eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- cocoa powder (for dusting ramekins)
- Optional: powdered sugar, berries, or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 ramekins and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a double boiler or in the microwave in short bursts. Stir until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla, and salt until pale and slightly thickened.
- Slowly pour the warm chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly until fully combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins. Place ramekins on a baking tray.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are set but centers still jiggle slightly.
- Let cool for 1 minute, then run a knife around edges and invert onto plates. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with berries or ice cream.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor, and don’t overbake the center should stay molten. Room-temperature eggs whisk more smoothly for a silky batter. Greasing and dusting ramekins with cocoa ensures a clean release.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 450IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg
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