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Warm Strawberry Filled Cakes

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White chocolate cakes with strawberry curd centers. Takes 30 minutes, makes 8 servings.
Barbara Chef
Recipe by Barbara
Updated on Mon, 10 Feb 2025 14:39:58 GMT
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A decadent strawberry lava cake features a gooey strawberry curd center encased in tender cake. This 15-minute dessert creates an impressive "molten" effect when cut.

Essential Ingredients

  • White chocolate - Creates rich base
  • Strawberry curd - Forms molten center
  • Unsalted butter - Adds moisture
  • Fresh eggs - Provides structure
  • Vanilla beans - Enhances flavor
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Detailed Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F
  • Melt chocolate and butter
  • Mix in eggs, sugar, flour
  • Fill greased ramekins
  • Bake 14-15 minutes
  • Rest 5 minutes
  • Invert onto plates
  • Serve immediately

Storage Tips:

  • Best served fresh
  • Refrigerate up to 3 days
  • Freeze up to 3 months
  • Reheat 30-45 seconds

Chef's Helpful Tips:

  • Test timing for your oven
  • Watch edges for doneness
  • Use quality white chocolate
  • Serve while warm

Perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion requiring an elegant dessert.

Garnishing Ideas:

  • Fresh strawberries
  • Powdered sugar dust
  • Chocolate drizzle
  • Whipped cream

Flavor Variations:

  • Add chocolate chips
  • Mix in peanut butter
  • Try different curds
  • Create chocolate-strawberry combo

Troubleshooting:

  • For dry center - reduce bake time
  • For collapsed cakes - check temperature
  • For sticking - grease thoroughly
  • For uneven texture - ensure level oven

Serving Suggestions:

  • Ice cream pairing
  • Berry sauce
  • Mint garnish
  • Chocolate shavings

Whether for romantic dinners or dinner parties, these lava cakes deliver restaurant-quality results at home.

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Professional Tips:

  • Test one cake first
  • Keep timing consistent
  • Check oven temperature
  • Let rest properly

The key is precise timing - even one minute can affect the molten center.

Recipe Tips & Questions

→ Can I make these ahead?
Prepare batter ahead, refrigerate, bring to room temp before baking.
→ Why room temperature eggs?
Ensures smooth batter and even baking.
→ How do I know they're done?
Edges should be set but centers slightly jiggly.
→ Can I use muffin tins?
Yes, adjust baking time to about 10-12 minutes.
→ Can I freeze these?
Not recommended as texture changes when reheated.

Pink Strawberry Lava Cakes

Warm individual cakes with creamy strawberry centers - a pink twist on classic chocolate lava cakes.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes
Recipe by: Barbara

Recipe Type: Irresistible Desserts

Skill Level: Moderate

Style of Cooking: American

Makes: 8 Serves (8 lava cakes)

Dietary Notes: Vegetarian

What You'll Need

→ Main Ingredients

01 2/3 cup white chocolate
02 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chopped
03 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
04 1/2 cup powdered sugar
05 1/2 cup strawberry curd
06 1 teaspoon lemon zest
07 1 tablespoon lemon juice
08 3 vanilla beans seeds or 1 tsp vanilla extract
09 4 large eggs, room temperature
10 4 large egg yolks, room temperature
11 4-5 drops pink gel food color (optional)

Let's Cook!

Step 01

Preheat oven to 425F. Butter six 6oz ramekins and place on baking sheet.

Step 02

Microwave white chocolate and butter in 15-second intervals until melted and smooth.

Step 03

Whisk in flour, sugar, strawberry curd, lemon juice, zest, food color if using, and vanilla.

Step 04

Whisk in eggs and yolks until mixture is smooth and shiny.

Step 05

Divide batter among ramekins. Bake 14-15 minutes until edges set.

Step 06

Let stand 5 minutes. Run knife around edges and invert onto plates. Top with powdered sugar or strawberry curd.

Cook's Notes

  1. Can be served with extra strawberry curd
  2. Centers should be soft when done
  3. Best served immediately

Kitchen Equipment Needed

  • Six 6oz ramekins
  • Baking sheet
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Whisk

Allergy Notes

Always check ingredients carefully for allergens. When in doubt, please consult your healthcare provider.
  • Contains dairy (butter, white chocolate)
  • Contains eggs
  • Contains wheat (flour)

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

These values are estimates and should be used as a general guide.
  • Calories: 293
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 23 g
  • Protein: 6 g