RestaurantsChart HouseMini Lava Cake Recipe

Mini Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Chart House
Time30m
Serves4

Indulge in our decadent Mini Lava Cake, a delightful dessert that features a rich, molten chocolate center encased in a soft, warm cake. Each bite reveals a luscious flow of chocolate, perfectly paired with a scoop of velvety vanilla ice cream, creating a heavenly contrast of flavors and textures. It's the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers looking for a sweet escape!

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Ingredients

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Cake Batter

For Serving

Method

Preparation

1

Preheat the Oven

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

2

Melt Chocolate and Butter

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth. Stir to combine.

3

Mix Batter

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and egg yolks until well combined. Add the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined.

4

Fill Ramekins

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

Baking

5

Bake Cakes

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 soft.

6

Cool and Serve

Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently tap to release the cake. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.