Chocolate Lava Skull Cakes Recipe
Introduction
Chocolate Lava Skull Cakes combine rich, molten chocolate centers with spooky skull-shaped molds, making them perfect for a fun dessert or Halloween treat. These individual cakes are surprisingly easy to make and impress with their gooey texture and decadent flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 10 Tbsp butter
- 3 whole eggs
- 3 egg yolks
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450ºF. Generously grease the skull cake pan with shortening and cooking spray, making sure to coat all the nooks and crannies thoroughly.
- Step 2: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and butter together. Stir frequently until smooth and fully melted. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk the whole eggs and egg yolks together. Beat in the powdered sugar until combined. Add the cooled chocolate mixture and flour, mixing well to form a smooth batter.
- Step 4: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared skull cake pan.
- Step 5: Bake for 11 to 13 minutes. When done, remove the pan from the oven and let the cakes cool inside the pan for 3 minutes.
- Step 6: Carefully invert the pan onto parchment-lined baking rack. Lift the pan gently to release the cakes.
- Step 7: Serve the lava cakes warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delicious finish.
Tips & Variations
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chips.
- Make sure not to overbake; the centers should remain molten for the signature lava effect.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the batter to deepen the chocolate flavor.
- Use silicone skull molds for easier release and less greasing.
Storage
These cakes are best enjoyed fresh and warm. If you need to store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for about 15 seconds to restore their molten texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these lava cakes without a skull cake pan?
Yes, you can bake the batter in standard muffin tins or ramekins. Just grease the molds well and adjust the baking time slightly, starting with 10 minutes and watching closely.
How can I tell when the cakes are done?
Look for set edges with a slightly soft center. The cakes should still jiggle a little when you gently shake the pan to ensure the lava center remains gooey.
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Chocolate Lava Skull Cakes Recipe
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 8 skull cakes 1x
Description
Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Lava Skull Cakes, featuring a rich, molten chocolate center baked in a spooky skull-shaped cake pan. Perfect for Halloween or any chocolate lover’s treat, these cakes combine a velvety chocolate batter with a gooey lava core that’s sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Chocolate Mixture
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 10 Tbsp butter
Egg Mixture
- 3 whole eggs
- 3 egg yolks
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
Other Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 450ºF. Generously grease the Skull Cake Pan with shortening and cooking spray, ensuring all the intricate nooks and crannies are well coated to prevent sticking.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips together with the butter. Stir frequently until smooth and fully combined. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly to avoid cooking the eggs in the next step.
- Mix Eggs and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, whisk the 3 whole eggs and 3 egg yolks together until well combined. Beat in the powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the cooled chocolate and butter mixture to the egg and sugar mixture. Then sift in the all-purpose flour and mix gently but thoroughly until a smooth batter forms.
- Fill the Pan: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared skull cake pan, filling each cavity almost to the top for full lava effect.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 11 to 13 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers remain soft and gooey to create the lava effect.
- Cool and Unmold: Remove the pan from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pan for 3 minutes to set slightly. Then carefully invert the pan onto a parchment-lined baking rack and gently lift it off to reveal the skull cakes.
- Serve: Serve the warm Chocolate Lava Skull Cakes immediately with whipped cream and/or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent experience.
Notes
- Ensure the pan is thoroughly greased to avoid sticking in detailed areas.
- Do not overbake; the center should remain molten for the lava effect.
- Use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate for the richest flavor.
- Let cakes cool slightly before unmolding to maintain shape integrity.
- Serve immediately after unmolding to enjoy the molten center at its best.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate lava cake, molten chocolate cake, Halloween dessert, skull cake, chocolate dessert, molten lava cake
