Description
A rich and decadent chocolate lava cake with a perfectly gooey molten center — simple to make yet impressive enough for any dessert lover or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
- 170g semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Butter and cocoa powder (for greasing ramekins)
- Optional: vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust lightly with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chocolate together in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and salt until thick and pale.
- Pour melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and whisk to combine.
- Gently fold in the flour until just incorporated — do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft and slightly jiggly.
- Let rest for 1 minute, then run a knife around the edges and invert onto dessert plates.
- Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Do not overbake — the gooey center is what makes the lava cake special!
- You can prepare the batter ahead and refrigerate for up to 1 day; bake directly from the fridge, adding 1 extra minute.
- Try adding a teaspoon of espresso powder for enhanced chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 13 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American