Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center, served with vanilla ice cream.

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Ingredients

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1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
2
Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the large eggs, large egg yolks, and granulated sugar until the mixture is thick and pale, about 2-3 minutes.
3
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture while continuously whisking. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing until well combined.
4
Add Flour
Sift the all-purpose flour over the chocolate mixture and gently fold it in using a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5
Prepare Ramekins
Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder, ensuring that the sides are well coated. This helps the cakes to release easily after baking.
6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
7
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
8
Cool and Serve
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift it off. Serve immediately with two scoops of vanilla ice cream.