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Decadent Coffee Cardamom Molten Lava Cake Recipe with Brown Sugar Ice Cream

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A rich and indulgent molten lava cake infused with coffee and cardamom flavors, paired perfectly with creamy brown sugar ice cream. This dessert is quick to make and perfect for special occasions or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 6 ounces (170g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing ramekins
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the brown sugar ice cream:
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
  • ⅓ cup (70g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter your ramekins generously and dust lightly with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Set them on a baking sheet for easy handling.
  2. Melt the chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time until smooth. Let it cool slightly while you prep the rest.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat vigorously for about 3–4 minutes until pale and slightly thickened.
  4. Sprinkle in the instant coffee and ground cardamom. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Fold the melted chocolate and butter into the egg mixture carefully to keep the air in the batter. Do not overmix.
  6. Sift the flour over the batter and fold it in gently until smooth.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling about ¾ full.
  8. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are firm but the center is slightly soft and jiggly. Check at 12 minutes as ovens vary.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edges, then carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate.
  10. Serve immediately with a generous scoop of brown sugar ice cream.

Notes

Do not overbake to maintain the molten center. Use room temperature eggs for better texture. Fold ingredients gently to keep air bubbles. Use good quality bittersweet chocolate. Prepare ramekins well with butter and cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Start making the ice cream while cakes bake for perfect timing. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour. For dairy-free, swap butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate and coconut milk for ice cream.

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Keywords: molten lava cake, coffee dessert, cardamom dessert, brown sugar ice cream, easy dessert, chocolate cake, quick dessert, special occasion dessert

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