

Easy
15 min
10 min
8 portions
Dark chocolate lava cake recipe
An original recipe by L'Ecole Valrhona Gourmet
This recipe is gluten-free and lactose-free.
Utensils:
- Eight 6.5cm rings
- Greaseproof paper
Made with the products below :
1. Dark chocolate cake batter
Ingredients:
- 450g GUANAJA 70% dark chocolate
- 450g Butter
- 600g Whole eggs
- 250g Potato starch
- 250g Caster sugar
Prep time: 15 min
Rest time: 1h
Steps:
- Beat the eggs and sugar until they have a foamy, light texture.
- Melt the GUANAJA 70% dark chocolate and the butter at 45°C.
- Whisk the chocolate and butter mixture into the egg and sugar mixture.
- Add the sifted potato starch and mix it in using a spatula.
- Grease the stainless steel rings and line them with greaseproof paper, before placing them on a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper.
- Place 75g of batter in each ring.
- Store in the refrigerator for 1 hour before baking.
2. Dark chocolate lava cake assembly
Prep time: 20 min
Rest time: 12h
Steps:
- Bake the chocolate cakes at 356°F (180°C) in a fan-assisted oven for 10 minutes.
Chef's tip: Make sure you don’t overcook your dessert so it keeps its lovely melting middle. You can serve this cake with custard or whipped cream.

The Guanaja 70% Chocolate Lava Cake is a refined version of the beloved chocolate lava or molten cake, renowned for its irresistible gooey center that flows like lava when cut. This dessert is a staple for chocolate lovers due to its rich, indulgent texture and intense flavor profile. Creating a perfect molten cake requires precise technique to achieve the delicate balance between a firm outer layer and a molten core, making it a delightful culinary challenge.
Valrhona's Guanaja 70% dark chocolate is an ideal choice for this dessert, offering a deep cocoa flavor with subtle bitterness that enhances the complexity of the cake. Its high-quality composition ensures a luxurious taste experience, elevating the molten cake to gourmet status. Additionally, this recipe is both gluten-free and lactose-free, catering to dietary preferences without compromising on flavor or texture.
The Guanaja 70% Chocolate Cake is not only a testament to the art of chocolate-making but also a celebration of indulgence, making it a must-have dessert for any chocolate aficionado. Enjoy!