Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center.

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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 cakes bake evenly and develop a gooey center.
2
Prepare Ramekins
Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust with flour. This will help the cakes to release easily after baking.
3
Melt Butter and Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
4
Mix the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture and mix until smooth. Fold in the flour and salt until just combined.
5
Pour Batter into Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
6
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center remains soft.
7
Cool Slightly
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Then, carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen.
8
Serve
Invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently tap to release the cake. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately while warm for that gooey center.