Description
Chocolate Lava Cake is a decadent, restaurant-style dessert with a gooey molten center and a tender outer shell. Made with rich dark chocolate and baked just until set, these cakes are perfect for special occasions or when you’re craving a little chocolate magic at home. Keywords: chocolate lava cake, molten chocolate cake, individual desserts, romantic dessert, easy chocolate cake
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 4 oz dark chocolate (60-70%), chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Butter and cocoa powder for ramekins (for greasing)
- Powdered sugar or berries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
- Melt butter and chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler) or in the microwave in short bursts. Stir until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and salt until light and thickened.
- Slowly mix the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Stir in flour until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Let cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Serve immediately, dusted with powdered sugar or topped with berries.
Notes
- Can be made ahead—refrigerate filled ramekins, then bake when ready (add 1 extra minute).
- Use good-quality chocolate for the best results.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream for a classic pairing.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
