Zaatar Chocolate Lava Cake
Experience a fusion of rich chocolate and aromatic zaatar in this indulgent lava cake. When you slice into this decadent dessert, a warm, gooey chocolate center, infused with the earthy flavors of zaatar, spills out, creating a unique and memorable treat that transports your taste buds to Lebanon. Perfect for special occasions or a lavish dinner.
ingredients
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons zaatar spice mix
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 425°F and grease six ramekins.
- 2.
Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- 3.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until well combined.
- 4.
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the eggs, whisking continuously to prevent cooking the eggs.
- 5.
Sift in the flour, zaatar, and salt, then fold gently until just combined.
- 6.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
- 7.
Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are set but the center remains soft.
- 8.
Let cool for 1 minute, then invert onto plates and serve warm.
