Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Cake Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

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

2. 2

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.

3. 3

   Mix Sugar and Eggs

   In a separate 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 and butter mixture into the egg mixture, adding the vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.

5. 5

   Add Dry Ingredients

   Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Fill Ramekins

   Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling each about ¾ full.

7. 7

   Bake

   Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center is soft.

8. 8

   Cool Briefly

   Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the ramekins for 1-2 minutes.

9. 9

   Invert and Serve

   Carefully run a knife around the edges of each ramekin, then invert onto a plate. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream.