Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Indulge in a decadent dessert with this Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe. Perfectly portioned for 4 servings, this dessert features a rich, molten center that pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Ingredients (Makes 4 Servings)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
- 4 oz high-quality dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust them lightly with cocoa powder.
- Melt the Chocolate & Butter: In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and chocolate together using a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Mix the Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the melted chocolate mixture, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, mixing until combined.
- Add Flour & Bake: Gently fold in the flour until just combined. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set but the center remains soft and jiggly.
- Serve & Enjoy! Allow the cakes to cool for 1 minute, then run a knife around the edges and carefully invert onto a plate. Dust with cocoa powder and serve immediately with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. 🍨