Chocolate Lava Cake
A delightful dessert featuring a warm, gooey chocolate center, perfect for impressing guests or a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 ounces dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease four ramekins with butter and dust them lightly with flour.
- Combine the dark chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl and heat until melted.
- Whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
- Fold in the flour and a pinch of salt gently.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 12 minutes until the tops are firm but centers remain soft.
- Cool for 1 minute before inverting onto dessert plates.
- Serve immediately, optionally topped with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for best results. Do not overbake.