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 them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.

2. 2

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

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

3. 3

   Mix Ingredients

   Add powdered sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until well combined. Then add the eggs and egg yolks, mixing until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.

4. 4

   Add Flour

   Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

5. 5

   Fill Ramekins

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

6. 6

   Bake the Cakes

   Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center remains soft. The tops should look set.

7. 7

   Rest and Serve

   Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently tap to release the cake. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream on the side.