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Ingredients
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Chocolate Lava Cake
Cheesecake
Fruit Tart
Method
Chocolate Lava Cake
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- 2
Prepare the Batter
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined.
- 3
Bake
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Grease ramekins and pour the batter in, filling them about 3/4 full. Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 4
Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then invert them onto plates and serve immediately for that gooey center.
Cheesecake
- 5
Prepare the Crust
In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter and press it firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes at 180°C (350°F).
- 6
Mix the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
- 7
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust in the springform pan. Bake at 160°C (320°F) for about 50 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Fruit Tart
- 9
Make the Tart Crust
In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and diced unsalted butter until crumbly. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until a dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
- 10
Bake the Crust
Roll out the chilled dough and press it into a tart pan. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
- 11
Prepare the Cream Filling
In a bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread the cream evenly over the cooled tart crust.
- 12
Top with Fruits
Arrange the mixed fresh fruits on top of the cream filling. Chill the tart for 1 hour before serving.