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Easy Lava Cake

A warm chocolate cake with a molten chocolate center that’s quick and easy to make.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • 4 ramekins
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Grease 4 ramekins with butter and dust with flour, then place them on a baking sheet.
  3. In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips together until smooth, stirring frequently.
  4. Remove the chocolate mixture from heat and whisk in 1 cup powdered sugar until fully incorporated.
  5. Whisk in 2 large eggs, 2 egg yolks, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  6. Gently fold in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake for 12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft and jiggly.
  9. Let the cakes sit for 1 minute, then carefully run a knife around the edges and invert onto serving plates.

Notes

Serve immediately while warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh berries for extra flair.