Chocolate Lava Layer Cake
Introduction
Chocolate Lava Layer Cake combines the richness of traditional chocolate cake with a molten, gooey center that overflows when cut, delivering a dessert that is both visually stunning and decadent. This treat has been a staple on many dessert menus for its balance of flavors and textures: a firm, cakey outer layer with a soft, lava-like core of flowing chocolate.
Ingredients
For a Chocolate Lava Layer Cake, you’ll typically need the following:
- Bittersweet or semisweet chocolate (at least 70% cacao for best flavor)
- Unsalted butter
- Eggs and egg yolks
- Granulated and powdered sugar
- A pinch of salt
- All-purpose flour
- Vanilla extract
The key to achieving the lava effect is high-quality chocolate and a perfect bake time, as this ensures the center stays molten while the outer edges set into a cake-like consistency.
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