Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMathews Food and DrinkMolten Lava Cake Recipe

Molten Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Vanilla Gelato, Ghirardelli Chocolate

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.

  2. 2

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

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

  3. 3

    Mix Sugar and Eggs

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly thickened.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir until combined. Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined.

  5. 5

    Fill Ramekins

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

  6. 6

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.

  7. 7

    Cool and Serve

    Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla gelato.

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