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Lava Cake

Indulge in a decadent chocolate lava cake with a gooey molten center. This rich dessert is perfect for special occasions or when you're craving something truly indulgent. The recipe is simple, uses just a few ingredients, and is ready within 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 100 g unsalted butter plus extra to grease ramekins.
  • 100 g bittersweet chocolate (60-70% cocoa) make sure the chocolate is of good quality for the best flavor and lava texture.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 80 g granulated sugar
  • 40 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder for dusting ramekins.

Equipment

  • 4 ramekins (6-ounce capacity)
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 baking tray
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 sifter (optional) for flour
  • 1 pastry brush or paper towel for greasing

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 210°C (410°F).
  2. Grease the ramekins with butter and dust the insides with cocoa powder, tapping out the excess, and set aside.
  3. Melt butter and chocolate together by placing both in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth, or microwave in short bursts, stirring in between.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and salt until well combined and slightly thickened, approximately 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate-butter mixture into the eggs, whisking constantly to combine.
  6. Sift in the flour and gently fold until just mixed.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
  8. Place ramekins on a baking tray and bake for 13 minutes. The sides should be set, but the center will jiggle slightly.
  9. Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then run a small knife around the edges to loosen. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift off.
  10. Serve immediately, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or accompanied by fresh berries or ice cream.

Notes

Ramekin size and oven differences may require adjusting the baking time by 1-2 minutes.
Do not overbake, as you want a molten center.
Batter can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; allow ramekins to sit at room temperature 30 minutes before baking.
For flavor variations, add a splash of vanilla, espresso powder, or orange zest to the batter.
Make sure the chocolate is of good quality for the best flavor and lava texture.