Description
Dive into the ultimate indulgence with these rich, molten Semi-Sweet Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cakes! Perfectly baked with a luscious chocolate exterior and a gooey peanut butter center, these treats are a surefire way to impress at any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Lava Cake Batter:
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- A pinch of salt
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings:
- Chopped peanuts
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling:
- Mix peanut butter, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spoon into small molds or ice cube trays and freeze for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter:
- Melt semi-sweet chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals.
- Stir until smooth and let cool slightly.
- Mix the Batter:
- Whisk powdered sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually stir in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Sift in flour and salt, folding gently.
- Assemble the Lava Cakes:
- Fill ramekins halfway with batter.
- Place a frozen peanut butter filling in the center of each ramekin.
- Cover with remaining batter.
- Bake:
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, ensuring the edges are set but the center remains soft.
- Cool for 1–2 minutes.
- Serve:
- Run a knife around the ramekins’ edges and invert onto plates.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts and whipped cream. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate for the best flavor.
- Ensure the peanut butter filling is well-frozen before assembly.
- Avoid overbaking to maintain the molten center.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American