Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

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

2. 2

   Melt Butter and Chocolate

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

3. 3

   Mix in Dry Ingredients

   Add the powdered sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until fully incorporated. Then add the large eggs, large egg yolks, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

4. 4

   Incorporate Flour and Salt

   Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. 5

   Fill Ramekins

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

6. 6

   Bake

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

7. 7

   Cool and Serve

   Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and let it sit for a few seconds before lifting the ramekin off. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries if desired.