Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Cake Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. 2

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.

3. 3

   Mix Sugar and Eggs

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until well combined and slightly frothy.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

   Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from cooking.

5. 5

   Add Flour and Seasonings

   Sift in the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Prepare Ramekins

   Grease four ramekins (6 oz size) with butter and dust with flour to prevent sticking. Tap out any excess flour.

7. 7

   Fill Ramekins

   Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.

8. 8

   Bake the Cakes

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

9. 9

   Cool Slightly

   Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.

10. 10

    Serve

    Carefully run a knife around the edges of each ramekin, invert onto individual plates, and dust with powdered sugar. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.