Ingredients
Equipment
Method
For the Raspberry Ganache Filling
- In a small, microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips with heavy cream.
- Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the seedless raspberry jam until it's fully incorporated.
- Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until the ganache is firm enough to scoop.
For the Chocolate Cupcakes
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease and flour a standard 12-cup muffin tin, or line with paper liners.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and the remaining 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar on high speed until pale and thick, about 3-4 minutes.
- Gently fold the slightly cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Be careful not to overmix.
- Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, folding just until no streaks of flour remain.
- Fill each muffin cup about halfway with the chocolate batter. Then, place a small scoop (about 1 teaspoon) of the chilled raspberry ganache into the center of each cupcake. Top with the remaining batter, ensuring the ganache is fully covered.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes. The edges of the cupcakes should be firm, but the centers will still look soft. This is the key to the molten core!
- Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for just 2-3 minutes before carefully running a knife around the edges and inverting them onto a serving plate. Serve immediately for the best lava flow.
Notes
Do not overbake the cupcakes; the center must remain soft for the molten 'lava' effect.
Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.
Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.
