Heavenly Chocolate Lava Cake Delight

Ingredients

- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- Butter and flour for greasing the ramekins

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prep:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare four 6-ounce ramekins by greasing them with butter and lightly dusting them with flour. Set aside.

2. Melt Chocolate and Butter:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until completely melted and smooth. This should take about 2 minutes.

3. Mix Sugar and Eggs:
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until the mixture is thick and pale, approximately 2 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, stirring to combine.

4. Combine and Fold:
Gradually mix the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Add the all-purpose flour and gently fold until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the batter light.

5. Fill Ramekins:
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.

6. Bake the Cakes:
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the centers are soft. The cakes should slightly jiggle in the center when shaken gently.

7. Cool and Serve:
Let the cakes cool in the ramekins for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes, then invert onto dessert plates. Serve immediately for the best molten effect, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.

Preparation Time

PT15M
15 minutes

Cooking Time

PT14M
14 minutes

Total Time

PT29M
29 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Keywords

Chocolate Lava Cake, Molten Chocolate Cake, Easy Dessert, Gourmet Dessert, Chocolate Dessert, Ramekin Dessert, Quick Chocolate Cake, Individual Dessert, Holiday Dessert, Special Occasion Dessert

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,360 calories

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