Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Cake Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

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

2. 2

   Prepare Ramekins

   Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.

3. 3

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

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

4. 4

   Mix Sugar and Eggs

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

5. 5

   Combine Mixtures

   Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar and egg mixture. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined.

6. 6

   Fill Ramekins

   Divide the batter equally among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 2/3 full.

7. 7

   Bake

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

8. 8

   Cool Briefly

   Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute.

9. 9

   Invert and Serve

   Carefully run a knife around the edge of each ramekin. Invert onto a plate and serve immediately, dusting with powdered sugar and adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream.