Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This ensures the cakes will bake properly.
- 2
- 3
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
- 4
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until well combined and slightly thickened.
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously to combine.
- 6
Add Vanilla and Dry Ingredients
Stir in the vanilla extract, flour, and a pinch of salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 7
Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 8
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
- 9
Cool Slightly
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1-2 minutes.
Serving
- 10
Invert Cakes
Carefully run a knife around the edges of the cakes and invert them onto individual plates.
- 11
Add Ice Cream
Top each lava cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- 12
Dust with Powdered Sugar
Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve immediately while the center is still molten.