“Mouthwatering Hawaiian Vegan Lava Cake with Macadamia Nut Crust & Passion Fruit Glaze”

Allergens

Nuts (Macadamia nuts)

Ingredients

• 1 cup all
• purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup dairy
• free milk (e.g., almond or soy milk)
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 8 oz dairy
• free dark chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup macadamia nuts, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp passion fruit pulp
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for glaze)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour 4 ramekins or oven safe bowls.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix milk, melted coconut oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in 3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts.
5. Divide half of the batter among the prepared ramekins, then place a tablespoon of chocolate pieces on top. Cover with the remaining batter and smooth the tops.
6. Bake for 20 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow to cool slightly.
7. In a small bowl, mix passion fruit pulp and powdered sugar to create the glaze. Drizzle over each lava cake once removed from the oven.
8. Sprinkle remaining macadamia nuts on top for garnish. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Chef’s Insight

This dessert combines rich, dark chocolate with tangy passion fruit to create a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Notes

Ensure that the coconut oil is melted but not hot before incorporating it into the batter.