Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Cake Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.

2. 2

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a heatproof bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

3. 3

   Whisk Eggs and Sugar

   In another mixing bowl, whisk together the large eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and thick, about 3 minutes.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

   Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, and mix until well combined.

5. 5

   Add Flour

   Sift the all-purpose flour into the chocolate mixture and gently fold it in until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Prepare Ramekins

   Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 2/3 full.

7. 7

   Bake

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.

8. 8

   Cool and Serve

   Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then run a knife around the edges and carefully invert onto plates. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries, if desired.