Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMiller UnionChocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Miller Union
Time30m
Serves4

Served with vanilla ice cream.

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Serving Ingredients

Method

Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust them with flour to prevent sticking.

  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 fully melted and smooth.

  3. 3

    Mix Sugar and Eggs

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until the mixture is light and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Add the vanilla extract and stir until well combined.

  5. 5

    Add Flour and Salt

    Sift in the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

  6. 6

    Fill Ramekins

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

  7. 7

    Bake

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

  8. 8

    Cool and Serve

    Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream on the side.

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