Go Back
–+ servings
Skull Lava Cake

Delicious Skull Lava Cake Recipe for Spooky Desserts

Indulge in this delightful Skull Lava Cake, where rich chocolate meets a gooey center, perfect for any spooky occasion.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 6 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Mixture
  • 170 g bittersweet chocolate
  • 113 g unsalted butter
Batter
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 30 g all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • non-stick spray or butter and cocoa powder for molds

Equipment

  • skull molds
  • heatproof bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease skull molds with non-stick spray or butter and cocoa powder.
  2. Melt chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract until thick and pale, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture.
  5. Sift in the flour and salt, folding just until combined.
  6. Fill each mold 3/4 full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly jiggly.
  8. Cool for 1-2 minutes, invert carefully onto plates, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 28g

Notes

Customize with dark or milk chocolate, add spices for flavor, and store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!