Description
The Chocolate Chili Lava Cake is an indulgent dessert that combines the rich, velvety goodness of dark chocolate with a surprising hint of heat. This dessert is known for its molten center that erupts with gooey chocolate when cut into. But the twist in this recipe comes from the addition of chili, which gives the chocolate cake a spicy kick that balances beautifully with the sweetness. The result is a delicious blend of sweet and spicy, making it a memorable treat for anyone who enjoys a bit of heat in their dessert.
Ingredients
Brownie base:
- 115g unsalted butter
- 120g dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 150g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
- ¼ tsp salt
- 60g all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
Tahini swirl:
- 75g tahini
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- ¼ tsp cardamom (optional for extra spice)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Prep the pan
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
2. Melt chocolate & butter
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter and chocolate together.
- Stir until smooth, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Mix wet ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, cardamom, and salt until light and slightly thickened.
- Stir in the cooled chocolate mixture.
4. Add dry ingredients
- Sift in flour and cocoa powder. Fold gently until just combined.
5. Make tahini swirl
- In a small bowl, mix tahini, maple syrup, powdered sugar, cardamom, and salt until smooth.
6. Assemble
- Pour brownie batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Dollop spoonfuls of tahini mixture over the top.
- Use a skewer or knife to swirl gently for a marbled effect.
7. Bake
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly fudgy.
- A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
8. Cool & slice
- Let cool in pan for 20 minutes, then lift out and cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to balance the heat. For extra flair, dust with cocoa powder or garnish with fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Fusion (French-inspired with a spicy twist)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: High
Keywords: Spicy Chocolate Lava Cake, Chili Lava Cake, Chocolate Molten Lava Cake, Sweet and Spicy Lava Cake