Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsJack RabbitChocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Jack Rabbit
Time30m
Serves4

With vanilla ice cream

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Baking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ramekins

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Place them on a baking sheet.

  2. 2

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

    In a double boiler or a microwave, melt the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter together until smooth. Stir occasionally to combine.

  3. 3

    Mix Eggs and Sugar

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until pale and slightly thickened.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring gently to combine. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Fold in the flour until just combined.

  5. 5

    Fill Ramekins

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

  6. 6

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft and slightly jiggly.

  7. 7

    Cool and Serve

    Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then run a knife around the edges to loosen. Invert onto plates. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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