Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center, served 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). This ensures the cakes bake properly and creates that perfect gooey center.
2
Prepare the Ramekins
Grease four ramekins with butter and dust them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Set them aside.
3
Melt Butter and Chocolate
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate. Stir continuously until both are melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4
Mix the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture, stirring until smooth. Gently fold in the flour and a pinch of salt until just combined.
5
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
6
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
7
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift off the ramekin. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.