Description
Decadent chocolate lava cupcakes filled with a rich raspberry center, perfect for a romantic dessert or special occasion treat.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 12 fresh raspberries
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease or line a 6-cup muffin tin.
- Melt the butter and chocolate together in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, sugar, salt, and vanilla until light and thickened.
- Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
- Sift in the flour and fold gently to combine.
- Spoon half the batter into the muffin cups. Place 2 raspberries in the center of each, then top with remaining batter.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are set but centers are soft.
- Let cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Do not overbake; centers should remain gooey.
- Can be made ahead and reheated briefly in the microwave.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 130mg