Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Cake Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare four ramekins by greasing them with butter and dusting with flour.

2. 2

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a heatproof bowl, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together in a microwave or over a double boiler until smooth, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt until well combined.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

   Once the chocolate and butter mixture has cooled slightly, add the eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.

5. 5

   Fill Ramekins

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

6. 6

   Bake the Cakes

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft and slightly jiggly.

7. 7

   Cool and Serve

   Let the cakes cool for 1 minute before carefully inverting each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream and garnish with chocolate shavings if desired.