Molten Nutella Lava Cakes deliver one of the most satisfying dessert reveals: a soft chocolate shell that breaks open to release a warm, flowing center. The Nutella melts inside the batter, creating a rich, hazelnut-infused lava effect when the cake is cut.

This dessert depends entirely on timing. The exterior must bake long enough to hold its shape while the center remains fluid. Just a minute too long in the oven can fully set the middle.

The contrast between the delicate cake and molten filling makes this dessert visually dramatic and ideal for close-up presentation.

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Ingredients (Makes 4 cakes)

• 120 g dark chocolate

• 115 g unsalted butter

• 120 g sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 2 egg yolks

• 60 g all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 4 tablespoons Nutella (for centers)

• Pinch of salt

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Nutella Centers

Place 4 small spoonfuls of Nutella on parchment paper.

Freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm.

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2. Melt Chocolate and Butter

Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).

Melt chocolate and butter together until smooth.

Allow to cool slightly.

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3. Mix the Batter

Whisk eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until slightly thick.

Stir in melted chocolate mixture and vanilla.

Fold in flour and salt gently.

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4. Assemble the Cakes

Grease ramekins lightly.

Fill each halfway with batter.

Place frozen Nutella in the center.

Cover with remaining batter.

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5. Bake

Bake for 10–12 minutes.

Edges should be firm while the center stays soft.

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6. Serve Immediately

Let rest for 1 minute, then invert onto a plate.

Cut gently to reveal the molten center.

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Pro Tips

• Freeze Nutella for a guaranteed lava center

• Use ramekins for consistent shape

• Serve immediately after baking
  
  

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Why This Performs

• Dramatic molten reveal

• Thick chocolate texture

• High engagement dessert