Description
Simple recipe for delicious chocolate lava cakes.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Fresh berries, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease and flour two ramekins.
- In a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, melt the chocolate and butter, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until pale and slightly thickened.
- Whisk the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until combined.
- Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared ramekins.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is still soft.
- Let cool for a minute or two before inverting onto plates.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately with fresh berries, if desired.
Notes
- You can make these ahead of time and bake them just before serving.
- For best results, use good quality chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 12-15 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American