Description
A dramatic, smoky dessert made by grilling individual chocolate cakes in ramekins. The result is a crisp, fudgy exterior with a liquid, molten chocolate center.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (227g) dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa), chopped
- 4 tbsp (57g) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated white sugar
- 2 tbsp (16g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Extra butter for greasing ramekins
- Cocoa powder or sugar for dusting ramekins
Instructions
- Butter the inside of 6 ramekins (4-6 oz each) generously. Dust with cocoa powder or sugar, tapping out the excess.
- Combine chopped dark chocolate and butter in a heat-proof bowl. Melt over indirect grill heat or using a double boiler until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk whole eggs, egg yolks, and sugar vigorously for 2-3 minutes until pale and thickened.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and whisk gently to combine.
- Add flour, cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla. Fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide batter evenly among prepared ramekins (filling them about 3/4 full). Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Prepare grill for direct medium heat, aiming for 375°F (190°C). Place ramekins directly on the grill grates and close the lid.
- Grill for 12-14 minutes. The edges should be set and puffed, but the center must still jiggle like jelly when shaken.
- Remove from grill and let sit for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edge, invert onto a plate, and serve immediately.
Notes
Chilling the batter before grilling helps the cakes hold their shape and ensures a molten center. Do not overbake; the center should jiggle like jelly, not water. If using mini muffin tins, reduce cooking time to 8-10 minutes. For a gluten-free option, substitute flour with almond flour or a 1:1 gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use dairy-free chocolate and coconut oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
Keywords: chocolate lava cake, grilled dessert, molten chocolate, fudgy cake, outdoor cooking, smoky dessert, ramekin cakes