Jul 14 2026

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Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by The Coach House Restaurant

Time30m

Serves4

Warm chocolate cake with a molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.

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Ingredients

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Method

Cake Preparation

1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, sift together the powdered sugar, flour, and salt.
4
Combine Mixtures
Once the chocolate and butter mixture has cooled slightly, add the powdered sugar mixture and stir until combined.
5
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract to the chocolate mixture. Whisk until the batter is smooth and well combined.
6
Prepare Ramekins
Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour to prevent sticking.
7
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
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 remains soft.

Serving Instructions

9
Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute.
10
Invert and Serve
Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate. Gently tap the bottom of the ramekin to release the cake. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.

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