Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFish Restaurant + BarChocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cake Batter

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ramekins

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins (6 oz each) with butter and lightly dust them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.

Making the Cake Batter

  1. 2

    Melt Butter and Chocolate

    In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate. Stir continuously until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

  2. 3

    Mix Sugar and Eggs

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

  3. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly to combine. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing until well incorporated.

  4. 5

    Add Flour

    Sift the all-purpose flour over the chocolate mixture and fold gently using a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Baking the Cakes

  1. 6

    Pour into Ramekins

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

  2. 7

    Bake

    Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes. The edges should be firm, but the center will be soft.

Serving

  1. 8

    Cool and Serve

    Let the cakes cool in the ramekins for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Dust with powdered sugar, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and garnish with fresh raspberries.

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