Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsWoodberry KitchenChocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Inspired by Woodberry Kitchen
Time30m
Serves4

served with vanilla ice cream

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Vanilla Ice Cream Ingredients

Method

Cake Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This will ensure that the cakes bake evenly.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ramekins

    Grease four ramekins with butter and dust them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.

  3. 3

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

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

  4. 4

    Mix Sugar and Eggs

    In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, large eggs, and egg yolks until light and fluffy.

  5. 5

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and mix until well combined. Stir in vanilla extract.

  6. 6

    Add Dry Ingredients

    Sift in the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

  7. 7

    Fill Ramekins

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

  8. 8

    Bake

    Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.

  9. 9

    Cool and Serve

    Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream.

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