Description
Chocolate Lava Cakes are individual-sized chocolate desserts with a soft, cake-like exterior and a warm, molten chocolate center. They are rich, decadent, and perfect for special occasions or a quick yet indulgent treat.
Ingredients
- 4 oz semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate (high quality)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (plus more for greasing)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: cocoa powder or powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease 4 ramekins with butter. Lightly dust with cocoa powder.
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate and butter over a double boiler or in the microwave in short bursts. Stir until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until light and slightly thickened.
- Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly until combined.
- Gently fold in the flour until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
- Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and let sit for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edges and carefully invert onto plates.
- Serve immediately, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or topped with ice cream or berries.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and molten texture.
- Batter can be made ahead and stored in ramekins in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Do not overbake—the center should remain soft for the lava effect.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh berries for extra indulgence.
- Make it dairy-free with plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
