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Pistachio Chocolate Lava Cakes

Decadent Pistachio Chocolate Lava Cakes for Sweet Indulgence

Indulge in rich Pistachio Chocolate Lava Cakes that deliver a molten center with every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 33 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 oz Dark Chocolate (at least 60%) High quality for best flavor.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Adds moisture and texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Whisk until thick and pale.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Balances the chocolate's bitterness.
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure.
  • ⅛ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
For the Molten Center
  • 4 tbsp Pistachio Paste Add cream if too thick.

Equipment

  • ramekins
  • double boiler
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pistachio Chocolate Lava Cakes
  1. Prepare the filling by freezing the pistachio paste in small molds for at least one hour.
  2. Melt chocolate and butter together over a double boiler until smooth.
  3. Whisk eggs and sugar together until thick, pale, and frothy, about 3–5 minutes.
  4. Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, then sift in flour and salt, folding gently.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Fill ramekins with a layer of batter, add pistachio paste, and cover with more batter.
  6. Bake for 12–13 minutes until edges are set but center is soft.
  7. Serve immediately by inverting cakes onto plates after letting them cool for 2 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience, ideally with gelato or chopped pistachios on top.

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