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Decadent Red Velvet Lava Cakes for Two

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These decadent red velvet lava cakes feature a gooey molten chocolate and cream cheese center, perfect for romantic evenings or cozy date nights. Quick and easy to make with simple ingredients, they deliver a rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture every time.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (60g)
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (60g), melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¼ cup buttermilk (60ml), room temperature (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring (liquid or gel)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 oz semisweet or dark chocolate (55g), chopped
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese (30g), softened
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar for dusting, fresh raspberries or strawberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease two 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Place chopped chocolate and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between, until smooth and combined. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add egg, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and buttermilk. Whisk until well combined and vibrant red.
  5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon a couple tablespoons of batter into each ramekin. Add a spoonful of the molten chocolate-cream cheese mixture in the center. Cover with remaining batter, spreading gently.
  7. Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set and spring back slightly but centers remain soft and jiggly.
  8. Let cakes cool for 3-5 minutes. Run a knife around edges and invert onto dessert plates. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh berries if desired.

Notes

Do not overbake to maintain the molten center. Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for better batter incorporation. Let batter rest 10 minutes before baking for deeper color and flavor. If cakes sink or bake unevenly, adjust oven rack or check oven temperature. For gluten-free, substitute almond flour; for dairy-free, use coconut oil and plant-based milk.

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Keywords: red velvet lava cake, molten lava cake, romantic dessert, easy dessert, chocolate lava cake, cream cheese lava cake, date night dessert

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