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Chocolate Mochi Lava Cake Recipe

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This decadent Chocolate Mochi Lava Cake combines the chewy texture of glutinous rice flour mochi with the rich, molten indulgence of dark chocolate lava. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this treat offers a unique, gooey center surrounded by a soft, slightly chewy cake exterior. Easy to prepare and bake, it makes a delightful dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 2 1/2 tbsp (30 gr) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 5/6 cup (200 ml) whole milk
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups (220 gr) glutinous rice flour
  • 1/4 cup (20 gr) cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Chocolate

  • 1 cup (170 gr) roughly chopped dark chocolate, plus more for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (180℃). Line a 6-inch (15 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper overhangs the sides for easy cake removal later.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Milk and Oil: Pour in the whole milk and vegetable oil into the egg mixture. Stir gently until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift together the glutinous rice flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth batter forms with no lumps.
  5. Assemble the Cake: Pour about half of the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the roughly chopped dark chocolate evenly on top of this layer. Then, pour the remaining batter over the chocolate, covering it completely.
  6. Remove Air Bubbles and Add Topping: Gently tap the filled cake pan a few times on the counter to release trapped air bubbles. Add additional chopped chocolate on top for an appealing finish.
  7. Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The cake should be set on the edges but still soft in the center.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly. Carefully lift the cake out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Serve warm or hot to enjoy the lava-like molten chocolate center at its best.

Notes

  • Use glutinous rice flour for the unique mochi texture; regular rice flour or wheat flour will not yield the same result.
  • Serve the cake warm to experience the molten lava effect. Reheating in a microwave for a few seconds works well if it cools too much.
  • You can customize the chocolate with your favorite dark, semi-sweet, or bittersweet varieties.
  • Ensure not to overbake, or the molten center will solidify and lose the lava effect.
  • Line the pan with parchment paper carefully to facilitate easy removal of the delicate cake.

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