Description
This chocolate lava cake is a dessert lover’s dream: rich, decadent, and perfectly molten in the center. Its silky chocolate interior pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, or whipped cream. Simple to make yet impressively indulgent, this cake is perfect for special occasions, dinner parties, or a cozy night in. The aroma of melting chocolate fills the kitchen and makes every bite a memorable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz (115 g) semi-sweet chocolate, high quality
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp (15 g) all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tsp espresso powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and butter ramekins, dust with cocoa powder.
- Melt chocolate and butter together until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Whisk eggs, yolks, and sugar until pale and thick.
- Fold chocolate mixture into eggs gently, then fold in flour until smooth.
- Divide batter among ramekins, filling three-quarters full.
- Bake 12–14 minutes, until edges are firm but centers jiggle slightly.
- Let rest 1–2 minutes, then invert onto plates. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.
- Do not overbake; the center should be slightly jiggly.
- Pair with ice cream, fresh berries, or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg