Chocolate Lava Cake
This Chocolate Lava Cake is the ultimate indulgence, perfect for special occasions or a sweet pick-me-up, featuring a rich, gooey chocolate center.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare four greased ramekins dusted with cocoa powder.
- Combine the butter and chocolate chips in a bowl and melt in the microwave until smooth.
- Whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla until thick and pale.
- Stir the melted chocolate into the egg mixture until well combined.
- Fold in the flour and a pinch of salt until just combined.
- Divide the batter among the ramekins and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft.
- Cool for 1 minute, then invert onto plates and serve warm.
Notes
Serve with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for an added touch of indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
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