Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Lava Cakes are the ultimate indulgence for dessert lovers. With a rich, gooey dark chocolate center paired with the creamy goodness of peanut butter, these cakes are perfect for any special occasion or simply to treat yourself.
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Nutrition Information: Approximately 400 calories per serving
Supplies
- Ramekins (4)
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Baking sheet
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Cooking spray or butter (for greasing ramekins)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease the ramekins with cooking spray or butter and place them on a baking sheet.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and unsalted butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth.
- Add the creamy peanut butter to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until well combined.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, eggs, and egg yolk until the mixture is light and slightly frothy.
- Gradually add the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth batter.
- Stir in the flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the greased ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft.
- Let the cakes cool for 1-2 minutes, then carefully run a knife around the edges of each ramekin to loosen the cakes.
- Invert the ramekins onto plates and gently lift them off to reveal the lava cakes.
- Serve immediately, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Enjoy the rich, molten goodness of these Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Lava Cakes, a decadent dessert sure to impress!