Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Chanta

Time30m

Serves4

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

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Ingredients

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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
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until well combined and slightly frothy.
4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture. Add the vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
5
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each 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 the cakes from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate, allowing the lava cake to release. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream.