Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Cake Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat Oven

   Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).

2. 2

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until 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 thick and pale.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

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

5. 5

   Add Dry Ingredients

   Sift the all-purpose flour and salt into the chocolate mixture. Gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Prepare Ramekins

   Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Fill each ramekin with the batter until about ¾ full.

7. 7

   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.

8. 8

   Cool and Serve

   Remove from the oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes. Invert each ramekin onto a plate, allowing the cake to gently release. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries.