Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

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). This ensures that the cake will bake properly.
2
Prepare the Ramekins
Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with flour, tapping out the excess. This will help the cakes release easily after baking.
3
Melt the Chocolate and Butter
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate together. Stir occasionally until completely smooth, then remove from heat.
4
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks. Whisk together until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
5
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously to combine.
6
Add Flour and Vanilla
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7
Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
8
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
9
Cool and Serve
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate, tapping gently to release the cake. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.