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Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This decadent Chocolate Lava Cake recipe delivers a rich, molten-centered dessert that’s perfect for any chocolate lover. Featuring a smooth, fudgy exterior and a warm, gooey chocolate core, this easy-to-make dessert combines premium baking chocolate and simple pantry ingredients for an impressive treat served best with vanilla ice cream and chocolate syrup.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Lava Cake

  • 4 ounces Premium Baking Chocolate 60% Cacao
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (one stick), cut into ½ inch cubes
  • 1 cup confectioners sugar
  • ¼ cup all purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cooking spray
  • Cocoa Powder (for dusting ramekins)

Toppings

  • Additional confectioners sugar
  • Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Chocolate Syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the lava cakes quickly and evenly.
  2. Prepare Ramekins: Spray the inside of 4 six-ounce ramekins with cooking spray, then lightly dust them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Turn the ramekins over and tap out any excess cocoa powder. Set aside.
  3. Melt Chocolate and Butter: Cut the butter into small cubes and break up the chocolate into pieces. Place both in a large microwavable bowl, and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each interval until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt until evenly combined.
  5. Whisk Eggs and Vanilla: In another small bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Combine Ingredients: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredient mixture into the melted chocolate until smooth. Then, add the egg mixture and stir gently until fully combined with no lumps.
  7. Fill Ramekins: Evenly spoon the batter into each prepared ramekin, filling up to just below the rim to allow space for rising.
  8. Bake: Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the sides are set and firm but the top remains soft and jiggly. Avoid overbaking to keep the molten center intact.
  9. Serve: Remove ramekins from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Then cover each with a plate and quickly invert to release the lava cake. Dust with additional confectioners sugar and serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overbake; the edges should be firm while the centers remain gooey.
  • If you don’t have a microwave, melt the chocolate and butter gently over a double boiler on the stove.
  • Use high-quality baking chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
  • Ramekins can be greased with butter instead of cooking spray if preferred.
  • Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the molten center at its best.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chocolate Lava Cake, Molten Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Dessert, Easy Chocolate Cake, Molten Lava Cake Recipe

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