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Delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cakes with a gooey molten center

Peanut Butter Chocolate Lava Cakes

These rich and decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Lava Cakes combine creamy chocolate and luscious peanut butter, resulting in an irresistible dessert with a gooey center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 ounces 6 ounces (170g) high-quality semi-sweet chocolate Look for brands like Ghirardelli or Lindt.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter Adds to the smooth texture and richness.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup (31g) all-purpose flour Provides structure for the cakes.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup (60g) confectioners’ sugar Balances the rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1/8 teaspoon 1/8 teaspoon salt Enhances all the flavors.
  • 2 large 2 large eggs Essential for binding and fluffiness.
  • 2 large 2 large egg yolks Adds richness to the cakes.
  • 8 teaspoons 8 teaspoons (42g) creamy peanut butter Delivers the signature peanut butter flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spray 4 (6-ounce) ramekins with nonstick cooking spray and dust them lightly with cocoa powder.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
  3. Coarsely chop the chocolate and place it in a medium heat-proof bowl with the unsalted butter. Microwave on high in 10-second increments, stirring after each until smooth.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and egg yolks until fully combined. Combine both mixtures and stir gently until you achieve a slightly thick batter.
  5. Spoon the chocolate batter evenly into each prepared ramekin and top each with 2 teaspoons of peanut butter, pressing it gently into the batter.
Baking
  1. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-13 minutes until the sides are solid and the tops look slightly soft.
  2. Allow the cakes to cool for 1 minute before inverting them onto plates to release.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately topped with ice cream and drizzled with melted peanut butter and/or chocolate syrup.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. You can prepare the batter in advance and refrigerate it in the ramekins. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.