Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by The Station

Time30m

Serves4

Molten chocolate center with vanilla ice cream

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Melt the 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 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
Combine Ingredients
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir until combined. Add the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, then mix until just blended.
5
Prepare Ramekins
Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour, tapping out the excess. This will help the cakes release easily after baking.
6
Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
7
Bake the Cakes
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.
8
Cool and Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute before carefully inverting them onto plates. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.