Chocolate Molten Lava Cake Recipe Easy To Make

Servings

4 small cakes

Ingredients

• 4 oz (113 g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113 g) unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• A pinch of salt
• Butter and cocoa powder (for greasing the ramekins)

Optional Toppings

• Vanilla ice cream
• Fresh berries (strawberries or raspberries)
• Whipped cream
• Chocolate syrup or powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ramekins

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Butter four small ramekins (6-oz size works well) and dust them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Melt Chocolate and Butter

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped chocolate and cubed butter.
2. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3: Mix the Batter

1. Add the powdered sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until well combined.
2. Whisk in the eggs and egg yolks until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract, then add the flour and a pinch of salt. Stir gently until just combined (avoid over-mixing).

Step 4: Fill the Ramekins

1. Divide the batter evenly among the four prepared ramekins.

Step 5: Bake

1. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes. The edges should be set, but the center will look soft and slightly jiggly.
2. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the ramekins for 1 minute.

Step 6: Serve

1. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes, then invert each ramekin onto a plate.
2. Top each cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Tips

• Be careful not to over-bake, as it’s the undercooked center that creates the "lava" effect.
• Serve immediately for the best molten center effect, as the cakes will continue to cook in the ramekin if left too long.

Enjoy your warm, gooey, chocolatey treat!