Chocolate Lava Cake
Indulge in a rich Chocolate Lava Cake with a warm, gooey center, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 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 semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease and flour four ramekins generously.
- Melt the butter and chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
- Whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until thick and pale.
- Combine the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture gently.
- Add the sifted flour and salt to the mixing bowl, then add vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
- Portion the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins, filling each three-quarters full.
- Bake the ramekins for 12-14 minutes until edges are firm and centers are soft.
- Cool for 1 minute before inverting onto plates.
- Serve immediately with vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. Avoid overbaking to keep the center gooey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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