Lava Cake
Indulge in a warm lava cake with a molten chocolate center that oozes richness, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and impressing guests.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 4 oz Dark chocolate (Roughly chopped) Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.
- ½ cup Unsalted butter (Plus extra for greasing ramekins) Butter should be softened.
- 2 Large eggs (Room temperature) Room temperature eggs help for better mixing.
- 2 Large egg yolks (Room temperature) Room temperature for better texture.
- ¼ cup Granulated sugar Adjust sweetness as desired.
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour (Sifted) Sifted for a lighter texture.
- 1 pinch Salt (Optional) Enhances the flavor.
- As needed Cocoa powder (For dusting ramekins) Use for a rich, chocolatey finish.
- ½ tsp Vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
- ½ tsp Espresso powder Enhances chocolate flavor.
- 4 tsp Cold butter (Hidden in center Grandma’s trick) Creates the molten effect.
- As needed Powdered sugar (For dusting before serving) For a sweet finish.
- As desired Heavy cream (Or vanilla ice cream) For serving alongside the cake.
- Optional Fresh berries (Strawberries, raspberries, etc.) For garnish and added freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Butter ramekins well and dust with cocoa powder.
- Chop and melt chocolate with butter using a double boiler or microwave.
- Whisk eggs, yolks, and sugar until pale.
- Mix in melted chocolate, then fold in flour and salt.
- Divide batter into ramekins (¾ full).
Baking
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are set and centers slightly jiggle.
- Let sit for 1 minute.
Serving
- Run a knife around edges, invert onto plates, dust with powdered sugar, and serve immediately.
Notes
Be cautious about overbaking to maintain the molten center. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.