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Spring Strawberry Shortcake Lava Cake Cups

Deliciously rich and gooey chocolate lava cake cups filled with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, perfect for spring celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lava Cake
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips melted
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream chilled
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Lava Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted chocolate and butter.
  3. Whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
  4. Add eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
  5. Gently fold in flour and salt until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup about halfway.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
  8. Let cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates.
Prepare the Strawberry Filling
  1. In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
  2. Let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
Prepare the Whipped Cream
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the chilled heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
Assemble the Dessert
  1. Spoon the macerated strawberries into the center of each lava cake.
  2. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best lava effect. You can substitute other berries if desired.

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