Ingredients
Scale
Gathering your ingredients is the first step to creating this dessert masterpiece. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup high-quality dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- A pinch of salt
For those looking for substitutions, you can use semi-sweet chocolate if you prefer a sweeter cake, and gluten-free flour works well for those with dietary restrictions.
Instructions
Ready to get started? Here’s how you can whip up this delightful dessert:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and place them on a baking sheet.
- In a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Stir in the powdered sugar until combined. The mixture will be thick.
- Add in the eggs and egg yolks, mixing until the batter is smooth and glossy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, then gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes. You’ll know they’re ready when the edges are firm but the center remains soft.
- Let them sit for 1 minute before inverting onto plates. Serve immediately.
From my experience, the key here is not overbaking. Keep an eye on them, and you’ll achieve that perfect molten center every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Gooey Chocolate Lava Cake, recipe, cooking, food
