Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsProof On MainChocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Proof On Main
Time30m
Serves4

With vanilla ice cream

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Serving Ingredients

Method

Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

    In a medium saucepan, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Mix Sugar and Eggs

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and egg yolk until well combined and slightly frothy.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously until fully combined.

  4. 4

    Add Dry Ingredients

    Sift in the all-purpose flour and add the pinch of salt. Fold gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

  5. 5

    Add Vanilla

    Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.

  6. 6

    Prepare Ramekins

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

  7. 7

    Fill Ramekins

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

  8. 8

    Bake

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

  9. 9

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges and invert onto serving plates. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream.

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