Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Cake Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder, tapping out the excess. This will help the cakes release easily after baking.

2. 2

   Melt the Chocolate and Butter

   In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Stir frequently until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

3. 3

   Combine Dry Ingredients

   In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

4. 4

   Mix Wet Ingredients

   In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well blended.

5. 5

   Combine Mixtures

   Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Fill Ramekins

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

7. 7

   Bake the Cakes

   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 the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert onto plates. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries.