Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until both are melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2
Mix Eggs and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until the mixture is thick and pale in color.
3
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously. Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
4
Add Flour
Sift the all-purpose flour over the mixture and gently fold it in using a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5
Prepare Ramekins
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with flour, tapping out the excess. Place them on a baking tray.
6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft. The tops should look set but not cracked.
8
Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for about 1 minute.
9
Invert and Serve
Carefully run a knife around the edges of each cake to loosen it. Invert each ramekin onto a dessert plate. Serve immediately with a dusting of powdered sugar and a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.