Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Warm chocolate cake with a molten center.

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
2
Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.

3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until well combined. Add the melted chocolate and butter mixture as well as the vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
4
Add Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.

5
Fill Ramekins
Evenly divide the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 2/3 full. Ensure that you do not overfill them.
6
Bake
Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center remains soft.

7
Cool and Serve
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes, then invert onto plates. Serve immediately, allowing the molten center to flow out.