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Homemade Chocolate Lava Cakes

Indulge in these quick and delectable chocolate lava cakes with a warm, molten center, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Lava Cake Batter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 stick, melted
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Serving (Optional)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder or flour.
  3. In a heatproof bowl, combine chopped chocolate and butter. Melt over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until slightly thickened and pale.
  5. Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture.
  6. Sift flour and salt over the batter and fold in until just combined.
  7. Pour batter evenly into prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
Baking and Serving
  1. Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12–14 minutes.
  2. Let the cakes sit for 1 minute, then run a knife around the edges to loosen.
  3. Invert ramekins onto plates, let sit for 10 seconds, then gently lift.
  4. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Notes

Don't overbake for a perfect gooey center. Chill batter in ramekins before baking if making ahead. For added flavor, consider vanilla extract or espresso powder.