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Chocolate Pistachio Lava Cakes

Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Pistachio Lava Cakes with a gooey molten center and a nutty pistachio twist, perfect for impressing guests or satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lava Cakes
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter for greasing
  • 1 cup dark chocolate high-quality recommended
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks for a richer texture
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios can replace with other nuts
  • 1 pinch salt
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate together until smooth. Stir to combine thoroughly.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until thick and pale.
  4. Add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture and stir until combined.
  5. Gently fold in the flour, salt, and chopped pistachios until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter among the prepared ramekins.
Baking
  1. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
  2. Remove from the oven and let sit for 1 minute.
  3. Invert each ramekin onto a plate, and dust with powdered sugar. Serve immediately, enjoying the flowing chocolate center.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for about 2-3 days. Reheat for 15-20 seconds in the microwave to revive the molten center. You can also freeze the batter uncooked and bake from frozen.