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A hot chocolate lava cake with a flowing molten center

Proven way to grow 5 Chocolate Lava Cake

This recipe provides a proven method for creating delicious chocolate lava cakes with a gooey, molten center. Perfect for a decadent dessert, these cakes are surprisingly simple to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 5 cakes
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 6 ounces good quality chocolate chopped
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • ramekins
  • heatproof bowl
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and butter five 6-ounce ramekins, then dust them with a little cocoa powder or flour.
  2. Melt the butter and chopped chocolate together in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring until smooth, then set aside to cool slightly.
Mixing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Gradually fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Gently whisk in the flour and salt until no streaks remain.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins and place them on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly wobbly.
  3. Carefully remove the cakes from the oven, let them cool for 1-2 minutes, then invert each onto a serving plate.

Notes

Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra special treat.