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Pistachio Lava Cake

A rich and elegant molten pistachio cake with a creamy white chocolate center and nutty depth of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 0.5 cup shelled pistachios finely ground
  • 4 oz white chocolate chopped
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 eggs large
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 0.33 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Ramekins
  • Wire rack
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease ramekins.
  2. Melt butter and white chocolate together until smooth.
  3. Whisk eggs, yolks, and sugar until pale.
  4. Combine melted mixture with egg mixture.
  5. Fold in ground pistachios, flour, salt, and vanilla.
  6. Divide batter into ramekins.
  7. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set.
  8. Invert onto plates and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overbake to maintain molten center. Serve immediately for best texture.