Cocoa Lava Kisses Food

COCOA LAVA KISSES

Steps:

• Whip egg whites and salt until soft peaks form.
• Gradually add 1/2 cup of the sugar to the egg whites while constantly whipping.
• Combine water and vanilla in a cup.
• Add to mixture, a few drops at a time, alternating with the remaining sugar, whipping all the time.
• Sift cocoa powder and FOLD completely into mix.
• Drop bite-sized rounded teaspoons of batter onto waxed paper-lined sheets.
• Bake approximately 30 minutes . They will retain their shape.
• Remove while still hot to a wire rack to cool and then place in airtight container.

CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray four custard cups with baking spray and place on a baking sheet.
• Microwave the butter, bittersweet chocolate and semisweet chocolate in a large bowl on high until the butter is melted, about 1 minute. Whisk until the chocolate is also melted. Stir in the sugar until well blended. Whisk in the eggs and egg yolks, then add the vanilla. Stir in the flour. Divide the mixture among the custard cups.
• Bake until the sides are firm and the centers are soft, about 13 minutes. Let stand 1 minute. Invert on individual plates while warm and serve with vanilla ice cream.