Ultimate Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Chocolate Lava Cake is a rich, indulgent dessert with a soft outer cake and a warm, gooey chocolate center. It’s perfect for special occasions or when you want a quick restaurant-style dessert at home.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter
- 6 oz (170 g) dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Butter and cocoa powder for greasing ramekins
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
2. Melt the Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and chopped chocolate together. You can do this in the microwave in 30-second intervals or over a double boiler. Stir until smooth.
3. Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until the mixture becomes slightly thick and pale.
4. Combine the Ingredients
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while stirring. Add the flour, vanilla extract, and salt, then mix gently until smooth.
5. Fill the Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
6. Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking tray and bake for 10–12 minutes. The edges should be firm while the center remains soft.
7. Serve
Let the cakes rest for 1 minute, then carefully invert each onto a plate. Serve immediately while the center is still molten.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve chocolate lava cake with:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Fresh berries
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped cream
Tip: For a more molten center, bake for 9–10 minutes instead of 12.
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