Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Warm chocolate cake with a molten center.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Oven and Ramekins
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust them with cocoa powder.
2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and butter. Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, adding the vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
5
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the chocolate mixture. Gently fold to combine, being careful not to overmix.
6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
7
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is soft.
8
Cool and Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and serve immediately, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.