Jul 14 2026
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Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Sully's
Time30m
Serves4

Warm chocolate cake with molten center

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

For Serving

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Grease four ramekins (6 oz capacity) with butter and dust with flour to prevent sticking.

  2. 2

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

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

  3. 3

    Mix the Batter

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, flour, and a pinch of salt. Once the chocolate mixture has cooled slightly, add the eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.

Baking

  1. 4

    Fill the Ramekins

    Pour the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.

  2. 5

    Bake

    Place the ramekins on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center is soft.

  3. 6

    Cool and Serve

    Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges, then invert onto plates. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

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