Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Damacios

Time30m

Serves4

Rich chocolate cake with a gooey molten center.

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder, tapping out any excess.
2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsweetened chocolate and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
3
Mix Ingredients
Once melted, whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and egg yolks, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, flour, and a pinch of salt until just combined.
4
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
5
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
6
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate, allowing the cake to slide out. Serve immediately, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.