Molten Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream—Molten Chocolate Lava Cake! This rich, gooey dessert is easy to make and will impress anyone with its irresistible, flowing chocolate center.

Imagine slicing into a warm, decadent chocolate cake, only to have a river of molten chocolate cascade onto your plate. Sounds dreamy, right? This Molten Chocolate Lava Cake is not only a restaurant-quality dessert but also surprisingly simple to make at home. Whether you’re treating yourself or wowing guests, this indulgent delight is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Ready to bake happiness in under 15 minutes? Let’s dive in! 🍫🔥

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes

Ingredients

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
4 oz (113g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate (chopped)
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup all-purpose flour
A pinch of salt
Butter and cocoa powder (for greasing ramekins)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Set oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
Melt Chocolate & Butter: In a heatproof bowl, melt butter and chocolate together in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Whisk Eggs & Sugar: In another bowl, whisk eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
Combine: Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and gently fold until combined.
Add Dry Ingredients: Sift in flour and a pinch of salt. Gently fold until no lumps remain.
Bake: Divide batter evenly into ramekins. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the center is soft.
Serve: Let cakes rest for 1 minute, then run a knife around the edges and invert onto a plate. Serve immediately with ice cream, berries, or whipped cream. Yum ! Enjoy !