Lava!! recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026

Lava!! Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Dive into a molten adventure with our 'Lava!!' dessert, a rich chocolate cake that erupts with a warm, gooey chocolate center. Each decadent slice is paired with a scoop of velvety vanilla ice cream, creating the perfect balance of flavors. Indulge in this explosive treat that guarantees to satisfy your sweet cravings!

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Ingredients

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Lava Cake Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the molds

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust with flour. This will help the cakes release easily.

  2. 2

    Melt chocolate and butter

    In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir until melted and smooth.

  3. 3

    Mix the batter

    Remove the melted chocolate and butter from heat. Stir in granulated sugar until well combined. Add the eggs and egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.

  4. 4

    Add flour

    Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

  5. 5

    Fill the 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 set but the center is still soft.

  7. 7

    Cool and serve

    Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift to release the cake. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.

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