Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsWest Side Bar & GrillChocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Serving Ingredients

Method

Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Melt the Chocolate and Butter

    In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Mix in Powdered Sugar

    Add the powdered sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until well combined.

  3. 3

    Add Eggs and Yolks

    Beat in the large eggs and egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Dry Ingredients

    Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

  5. 5

    Preheat Oven and Prepare Ramekins

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

  6. 6

    Fill Ramekins

    Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.

  7. 7

    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.

  8. 8

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let sit for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift off to reveal the lava cake. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries.

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