Molten Lava Chocolate Cake Recipe
with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Ice Cream Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Melt the Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 2
Mix the Batter
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until pale and fluffy. Gradually fold in the melted chocolate mixture, followed by the vanilla extract. Sift the all-purpose flour into the mixture and gently fold until combined.
- 3
- 4
Fill the Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about three-quarters full.
- 5
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 6
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let sit for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on top.