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Decadent Mexican Chocolate Lava Cakes

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Rich and gooey Mexican chocolate lava cakes with a subtle cinnamon twist, easy to make and perfect for special occasions or cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 oz (115g) Mexican chocolate, chopped (e.g., Abuelita)
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing ramekins
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease your ramekins generously with butter and lightly dust with flour or cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt the butter and Mexican chocolate together in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and let cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar vigorously until pale and slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes by hand or less with an electric mixer.
  4. Whisk in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon.
  5. Slowly fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture using a spatula, keeping as much air as possible. The batter should be thick and glossy.
  6. Sift the flour and salt over the batter and gently fold in just until combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers remain slightly jiggly.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 1-2 minutes. Run a knife around edges to loosen and invert onto dessert plates. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Use quality Mexican chocolate for authentic flavor. Do not overbake to maintain molten center. Grease ramekins thoroughly to prevent sticking. Batter can be prepared ahead and refrigerated in ramekins; bring to room temperature before baking and add 1-2 minutes to baking time.

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