Velvetised Lava Cake - Hotel Chocolat

Velvetised Lava Cake

A softly set cake topped with molten chocolate drizzle, made effortlessly in the Velvetiser, then finished in minutes.

Perfect for serving warm, straight from the cup, or turned out to impress.

PREP
5 MINS

COOK
15 MINS

SERVES
2

Ingredients

100ml (⅓ cup) milk
(Just enough to cover the base of the whisk)


2 Hot Chocolate sachets
(Darker varieties work beautifully here, like Dark 85%)

60g (¼ cup) unsalted butter, softened or cut into small pieces

30g (2½ tbsp) white sugar
(Adjust to taste)

60g (½ cup) plain flour

1 egg

Method

  1. Add the milk and two hot chocolate sachets to the Velvetiser, in that order. Select a warm cycle and allow the mixture to melt into a smooth, glossy chocolate base.
    If the whisk hesitates, pause the cycle, gently reposition, and continue.
  2. While the Velvetiser is running, place the soft butter and sugar into a bowl and mix until combined.
  3. Once the Velvetiser cycle finishes, slowly pour the warm chocolate mixture into the bowl, stirring gently with a fork until smooth and evenly combined.
    Reserve a small amount of the chocolate mixture for topping, if desired.
  4. Add the flour and egg, stirring lightly to bring the mixture together.
  5. Divide the batter between two microwave-safe cups, Podcups are ideal. Microwave on high for 1 minute 10 seconds, until the cake is just set with a molten centre beneath. Leave to rest for 30 seconds.
    For a single, larger bake, microwave for 1 minute 50 seconds.
  6. Serve warm. Enjoy straight from the cup for effortless comfort, or turn out onto a plate and spoon the reserved chocolate sauce over the top for an elegant finish.

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