Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Betty's

Time30m

Serves4

Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center, served with vanilla ice cream.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Melt Butter and Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and semisweet chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
3
Mix Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring continuously.
4
Add Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
5
Prepare Ramekins
Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
6
Fill Ramekins
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
7
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
8
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a dessert plate and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.