Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Cake Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat Oven

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. 2

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

3. 3

   Mix Sugar and Eggs

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until well combined and slightly frothy.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

   Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir until fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

5. 5

   Add Flour and Salt

   Sift the all-purpose flour and salt into the batter. Gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Prepare Ramekins

   Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour. This will help the cakes release easily after baking.

7. 7

   Fill Ramekins

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

8. 8

   Bake

   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.

9. 9

   Cool and Serve

   Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift off. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.