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Ultimate Chocolate Lava Cake

ultimate chocolate lava cake recipe made easy at home. A rich, decadent dessert with a warm, gooey molten center that oozes pure chocolate bliss. Ready in 27
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6 oz semisweet chocolate (60-70% cacao), chopped or high-quality chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 large egg yolks room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar plus more for dusting ramekins
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • pinch salt
For Coating Ramekins
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for greasing
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder or granulated sugar, for dusting
Optional Garnishes
  • as needed powdered sugar for dusting
  • as needed vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
  • as needed fresh raspberries or strawberries

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush four 6-ounce ramekins with melted butter, then dust generously with cocoa powder or sugar, tapping out excess. Place ramekins on a baking sheet.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chopped chocolate and butter. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, and sugar vigorously until thick and pale, about 2-3 minutes. You can use a hand mixer for speed. The mixture should fall in ribbons when lifted.
  4. Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and fold gently with a spatula until just combined. Sift in the flour and salt, then fold again until no streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  5. Spoon batter evenly into prepared ramekins, filling about 3/4 full. Bake for 12-14 minutes, until edges are set and the center is jiggly but reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) to ensure eggs are safely cooked. Do not overbake.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool in ramekins for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edge to loosen. Invert each onto a serving plate, let sit a few seconds, then gently lift the ramekin. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately with ice cream or berries.