Hot Chocolate Lava Cake recipe served on a plate, by Singing Pandas Asian Restaurant & Bar
Sep 24 2026
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Hot Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is a rich, indulgent dessert featuring a gooey, molten chocolate center encased in a soft chocolate shell. This version served at the venue highlights a perfect balance of sweetness and a fudgy texture that contrasts with the slightly crispy exterior. Here's how to create this decadent dessert at home.

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Baking Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.

  2. 2

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

    In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and chocolate chips together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  3. 3

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture and mix until smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    Sift the flour and salt together, then fold it into the chocolate mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.

  5. 5

    Fill Ramekins

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

  6. 6

    Bake

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

  7. 7

    Serve

    Let the cakes sit for 1 minute, then invert onto plates. Serve immediately, optionally with whipped cream or ice cream.

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