Chocolate Lava Cakes [0001048]

Ingredients:

6 ounces semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate (gluten-free)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Cooking spray (gluten-free)
Powdered sugar and fresh berries for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease and flour 4 ramekins or small oven-safe dishes with gluten-free flour or cooking spray.

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate and unsalted butter together in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Alternatively, you can melt them in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler).

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until well combined.

Gradually whisk the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until smooth.

Stir in the gluten-free all-purpose flour, pure vanilla extract, and salt until the batter is well mixed.

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins or oven-safe dishes.

Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.

Remove the chocolate lava cakes from the oven and let them cool for a minute.

Carefully run a knife around the edge of each ramekin to loosen the cakes. Invert each cake onto a dessert plate.

Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh berries if desired.

Serve your Gluten-Free Chocolate Lava Cakes immediately to enjoy the warm, gooey chocolate center in each bite!