Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Baking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ramekins

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with flour, tapping out the excess.

2. 2

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsweetened chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

3. 3

   Mix Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture and stir until smooth.

4. 4

   Add Flour

   Gently fold in the flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

5. 5

   Fill Ramekins

   Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.

6. 6

   Bake

   Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft.

7. 7

   Serve

   Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.