Lava Cake Recipe

Desserts

1. 1

   Prepare batter and ramekins

   Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Place on a baking sheet.

2. 2

   Melt chocolate and butter

   In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and chocolate. Heat in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy.

3. 3

   Whisk eggs and sugar

   In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and a pinch of salt until thick and pale.

4. 4

   Combine batter

   Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the egg-sugar mixture. Fold in flour and cocoa powder until just combined.

5. 5

   Bake lava cakes

   Divide batter among prepared ramekins. Bake 12-14 minutes until the edges are set but centers look soft. Remove from oven.

6. 6

   Serve

   Let cakes rest for 2 minutes, then invert onto plates and serve immediately, optionally with vanilla ice cream or berries.