Chocolate Lava Cake
An indulgent dessert with a gooey chocolate center, perfect for special occasions or satisfying chocolate cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and place them on a baking sheet.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate chips together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla until combined.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir to combine.
- Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
- Bake for about 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
- Let them cool for 1 minute, then invert onto plates. Serve immediately.
Notes
Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream. Cover leftovers and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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