What is that one dish from Domino’s that receives zero complaints? Hint: I am talking about the first dessert that Domino’s introduced in its menus. If you are a true fan of Domino’s, then you surely know about Domino’s Choco Lava Cake, which is a fan favorite and one of the restaurant’s best sellers.
I am a big fan of Domino’s, and I was definitely looking forward to this when they started selling their chocolate lava cake. This tender cake with chocolate doodling out from the middle was a delight to see and exquisite to taste. The entire cake was so moist and so chocolaty that I had to make savings, not for big investments, but to enjoy this Domino’s chocolate lava cake at least once every week.
Soon, reality hit me, and I had to put this addiction to an end. But every sad story leads to great beginnings. So, I thought, why not give this a try at home? Honestly, I had zero expectations because, as a new baker, I had no chance before this iconic Domino’s Choco Lava Cake.
But call it luck or sheer manifestation of wanting to enjoy this Domino’s Choco Lava Cake at home; my cake turned out to be pretty good. Of course, I had to make a few tweaks here and there, and after trying everything out, I have the easiest and most attainable Domino’s Choco Lava Cake recipe for you to try at home.
This is the perfect make-ahead recipe for stress-free entertainment. Requiring no special equipment, it is my all-time favorite dessert, which goes hand in hand with any special occasion. You can’t go wrong if you follow the recipe precisely.
Equipment Required
- Bowl: Of course, a bowl is a must to mix all the ingredients together.
- Oven: This is a baking recipe so I am using an oven to make my Domino’s Choco Lava Cake.
- Whisk: I am using my baking whisk to rock and roll all the ingredients together.
- Ramekin: I am using ramekin to make my choco lava cake, but you can also use cake molds.
Domino’s Choco Lava Cake Ingredients & Substitutions
Note: The ingredients in this recipe can serve up to 2-3 people. You can increase or decrease the quantities as required.
- 200 Gm Dark Chocolate: I am using dark chocolate but you can also use chocolate chips for this recipe and melt them.Â
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 Cup Flour
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Essence
Preparation And Cooking Time
| Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Minutes | 15 Minutes | 35 Minutes |
How To Make Domino’s Choco Lava Cake At Home
Step 1
First, start by melting the dark chocolate. Add butter and dark chocolate to a microwave-friendly dish and microwave it at 180 degrees C for 40 seconds.
Step 2
Now, remove this and add sugar to it. Whisk it all well so that the sugar is nicely incorporated into the mix.
Step 3
It’s time to add the eggs and whisk them well for at least a minute. This will allow air to incorporate into the cake, making it soft and tender.
Step 4
Then add flour and vanilla essence to the bowl and continue whisking. Whisk it well, and your chocolate lava cake batter is ready.
Step 5
Now dust some flour on your ramekin to prevent the cake from sticking.
Step 6
Once it is nicely done, add your batter to the ramekins.
Step 7
Time to bake your mix in a preheated oven at 170 degrees C for 10 mins.
Step 8
Voila, your Domino’s Choco Lava Cake is ready.
Expert Tips That I Recommend
- For any baking recipe, I always recommend using room-temperature eggs because they are easier to bind and mix. Cold eggs can break the emulsion of sugar and flour, resulting in grainy, dry, flat, and dense cakes.
- I prefer to go for high-end brands of chocolate because it determines how the cake tastes.
- It’s very important to grease the ramekin properly to prevent the cake from sticking. I like to dust the ramekin bowls with flour, but you can also grease them with oil or butter.
- I allow my Domino’s Choco Lava Cake to cool for 2 minutes outside the oven because the cakes are still cooking in the ramekin, and keeping them in the oven will only escalate the cooking time. Too much heat can solidify the lava inside, so 2 minutes is enough for the cake to hold its shape while the lava is still melty inside.
- I am using Ramekin bowls here, but if you do not have these, you can use cake molds, which work equally fine.
- After pouring the batter into the ramekin, I like to pat it down gently to ensure that the batter is evenly shaped, which gives my cake a nice flat bottom.
FAQs About Domino’s Choco Lava Cake
Nutritional Information Per Serving
Domino’s Choco Lava Cake is a healthy cake option because it is not high in calories or fat. However, I recommend having this in moderation.
To give you a deeper insight, here is a nutritional chart on Domino’s Choco Lava Cake:
| Calories | 135 Kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 0.2 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 48 mg |
| Sodium | 1187 mg |
| Potassium | 115 mg |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Sugar | 0.1 g |
| Vitamin A | 424 IU |
| Vitamin C | 2 g |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
One of the best things about this recipe is that it is completely dairy-free if you use dairy-free chocolates while making it.
Recipe Variations For Different Diets
- Vegan: I avoid adding eggs and use cocoa powder and baking powder instead. I also recommend adding some sunflower oil to keep things smooth.
- Gluten-Free: To make this gluten-free I make a simple substitute by using almond flour instead of normal flour.
- Vegetarian: The easy way to make this recipe vegetarian is by skipping eggs and adding cocoa powder instead.
- Keto Friendly: To make this Domino’s Choco Lava Cake in a keto-friendly style, I recommend using cocoa powder. I do not add dark chocolate and flour and only rely on this to lower the carb content. Follow it up with the rest of the ingredients, and your keto Domino’s Choco Lava Cake is ready.
Storing And Reheating This Recipe
Storing
- Countertop: Domino’s Choco Lava Cake tastes best when it is warm and fresh. I like to keep it on the counter for a maximum of one hour, after which it goes straight to the fridge. This helps keep the cake fresh for a longer period of time.
- Refrigeration: I like to refrigerate some of my chocolate lava cake to enjoy it later. For this, I wrap it in foil or place it in an airtight container, which keeps Domino’s chocolate lava cake fresh for at least three days.
- Freezing: To freeze my Domino’s Choco Lava Cake, I let it cool completely. Then, I wrap it around with foil and place it in the fridge for at least 3 months. Before consumption, I like to thaw it overnight in the fridge. However, do remember that when refrigeration and freezing occur, you will lose the molten texture as it solidifies.
Reheating
- Oven: To reheat my Domino’s Choco Lava Cake in the oven, I place it in a preheated oven at 400 degrees F for 5-6 mins, and it is ready. However, small-sized ramekins will take a shorter time, and for larger cakes, you can extend the time to at least 1-2 mins more.
- Microwave: I do not recommend reheating Domino’s Choco Lava Cake in the microwave because this requires close supervision and can overbake the cake. However, if you are cautious enough, you can heat it in 10-second increments at medium heat until it is nicely warm enough.
What To Serve With This Recipe
Domino’s Choco Lava Cake is never complete without a little powdered sugar dusting on the top. I also like to serve these with raspberries on the side. You can also go for strawberries if you desire them more.
Another great way to serve this Domino’s Choco Lava Cake is with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Printable Version
Domino’s Lava Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 200 Gm Dark Chocolate
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 Cup Flour
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Essence
Equipment
- Oven
- Whisk
- Ramekin
- Bowl
Instructions
- First, start by melting the dark chocolate. Add butter and dark chocolate to a microwave-friendly dish and microwave it at 180 degrees C for 40 seconds.
- Now, remove this and add sugar to it. Whisk it all well so that the sugar is nicely incorporated into the mix.
- It's time to add the eggs and whisk them well for at least a minute. This will allow air to incorporate into the cake, making it soft and tender.
- Then add flour and vanilla essence to the bowl and continue whisking. Whisk it well, and your chocolate lava cake batter is ready.
- Now dust some flour on your ramekin to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Once it is nicely done, add your batter to the ramekins.
- Time to bake your mix in a preheated oven at 170 degrees C for 10 mins.
- Voila, your Domino's Choco lava cake is ready.
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Notes
- For any baking recipe, I always recommend using room-temperature eggs because they are easier to bind and mix. Cold eggs can break the emulsion of sugar and flour, resulting in grainy, dry, flat, and dense cakes.
- I prefer to go for high-end brands of chocolate because it determines how the cake tastes.
- It’s very important to grease the ramekin properly to prevent the cake from sticking. I like to dust the ramekin bowls with flour, but you can also grease them with oil or butter.
- I allow my Domino’s Choco Lava Cake to cool for 2 minutes outside the oven because the cakes are still cooking in the ramekin, and keeping them in the oven will only escalate the cooking time. Too much heat can solidify the lava inside, so 2 minutes is enough for the cake to hold its shape while the lava is still melty inside.
- I am using Ramekin bowls here, but if you do not have these, you can use cake molds, which work equally fine.
- After pouring the batter into the ramekin, I like to pat it down gently to ensure that the batter is evenly shaped, which gives my cake a nice flat bottom.
Nutrition
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Conclusion
Give this Domino’s chocolate lava cake a try right now. It is a fancy gourmet dessert that tastes decadent and ultra-rich with a chocolaty filling. If you are looking for a dramatic dessert that looks impressive for any occasion, then give this a try.
This is an easy recipe to try if you are getting into the baking world. I know you are already tempted to try it. So when you do, come back and let me know in the comment section how it turned out to spread more love for this recipe.
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Everyone make this. So good