Print

Fail-Proof Chocolate Lava Cake for a Special Evening

A decadent Chocolate lava cake with warm, molten chocolate oozing out onto a white plate.
Print Recipe
Save Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Make this individual chocolate dessert with a liquid center for a quick, rewarding treat.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting ramekins

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter two 6-ounce ramekins. Dust the inside of the buttered ramekins with cocoa powder, tapping out the excess.
  2. Place the chopped chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the whole egg, egg yolk, and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
  4. Gently whisk the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until just combined.
  5. Whisk in the flour and salt until no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared ramekins.
  7. Place the ramekins on a small baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes. The edges should look set, but the center should still look soft and jiggly. This is key for your molten lava cake.
  8. Let the cakes cool in the ramekins for 1 minute. Run a thin knife around the edge of each cake.
  9. Carefully invert each cake onto a small serving plate. Serve immediately for the best liquid center experience.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use high-quality bittersweet chocolate.
  • Dust the finished cake with powdered sugar or serve with fresh raspberries for a beautiful presentation.
  • If you are making these ahead, you can refrigerate the filled ramekins for up to 24 hours. Add 2-3 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://onedishuniverse.com/chocolate-lava-cake-fail-proof-recipe/