Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsShoppers Pub + EateryChocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Serving Suggestions

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust them with flour, tapping out the excess.

  2. 2

    Melt the Chocolate and Butter

    In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and bittersweet chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.

  3. 3

    Mix in Sugar and Eggs

    Stir in the granulated sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until combined. Add the large eggs and large egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

  4. 4

    Add Dry Ingredients

    Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Baking

  1. 5

    Fill the Ramekins

    Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.

  2. 6

    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 soft and gooey.

  3. 7

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let them sit for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift off to reveal the lava cake. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries if desired.

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