Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFirst and Last Tavern HartfordChocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Rich chocolate cake with molten center

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Ingredients

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Cake Batter

For Greasing

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) to ensure it's hot enough when the cakes are ready to bake.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ramekins

    Grease four ramekins with 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. Dust the insides with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Set aside.

Making the Batter

  1. 3

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

    In a heatproof bowl, combine 200g of dark chocolate and 100g of unsalted butter. Melt them together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.

  2. 4

    Mix Sugar and Eggs

    In a separate bowl, whisk together 150g of granulated sugar and 3 large eggs until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

  3. 5

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously to combine. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing well.

  4. 6

    Add Flour

    Sift in 50g of all-purpose flour and gently fold into the batter until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Baking

  1. 7

    Fill Ramekins

    Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 2/3 full.

  2. 8

    Bake

    Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft. The tops should look firm.

  3. 9

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently remove the ramekin. Serve immediately, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.

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