Jul 17 2026
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Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Brew Bird
Time30m
Serves4

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

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Baking Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour, tapping out any excess.

  2. 2

    Melt the Chocolate and Butter

    In a double boiler or microwave, melt the butter and chocolate chips together until smooth. Stir well and let cool slightly.

  3. 3

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the melted chocolate mixture with powdered sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.

  4. 4

    Add Dry Ingredients

    Sift in the flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined.

  5. 5

    Fill the Ramekins

    Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.

  6. 6

    Bake the Cakes

    Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Invert onto plates and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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