Description
Indulge in the rich, gooey goodness of this Easy Chocolate Lava Cake that is sure to impress with its decadent molten center and moist outer layer. A perfect dessert for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
Batter:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- pinch of salt
For Greasing:
- cocoa powder or nonstick spray for greasing ramekins
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease 4 (6-ounce) ramekins with nonstick spray, then dust with cocoa powder.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Whisk in powdered sugar, then add eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract, whisk until smooth. Gently fold in flour and salt.
- Bake: Divide batter into ramekins, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Serve: Let sit briefly, run a knife around edges, invert onto plates, and serve hot.
Notes
- For an extra decadent touch, add a square of chocolate or Nutella in the center before baking.
- Pair with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for a delightful combination.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
