Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
For Serving
Method
Preparing the Cake
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the large eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined.
- 5
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 6
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.
- 7
Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen the cake.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Cake
Invert each ramekin onto a serving plate. The cake should release easily, forming a mound.
- 9
Add Ice Cream
Top each lava cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- 10
Garnish
Dust with powdered sugar and add fresh berries around the cake for a decorative touch.
- 11
Serve Immediately
Serve the chocolate lava cake warm to enjoy the gooey center.