Description
Indulge in the rich and gooey delight of Pistachio Chocolate Lava Cakes, a dessert that marries decadent chocolate with the unique flavor of pistachios. Perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy night in, these individual molten cakes boast a warm, flowing center that is nothing short of heavenly. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create an elegant dessert that’s sure to please every palate. Dress them up with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added flair, making them ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup pistachio flour or finely ground pistachios
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease four ramekins or muffin cups.
- In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and butter until smooth.
- Whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until light and foamy.
- Gradually mix the melted chocolate into the egg mixture, then fold in the flour, pistachio flour, and salt until just combined.
- Divide the batter among the prepared ramekins and bake for 11–13 minutes until edges are set but centers remain jiggly.
- Let cool for one minute before inverting onto plates. Serve warm with optional toppings like powdered sugar or ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (100g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 115mg