Chocolate Lava Cake Rich and Decadent Dessert Recipe

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• to taste powdered sugar for dusting
• optional vanilla ice cream for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins generously with butter and lightly dust them with flour to prevent sticking.
2. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until pale and slightly thickened, approximately 2-3 minutes.
4. Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until fully combined. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
5. Sift in the flour and salt, then fold gently into the mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins. Place them on a baking sheet for easy handling.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft and jiggly.
8. Remove from the oven and allow the ramekins to cool for about 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes.
9. Invert the ramekins onto individual serving plates, giving a gentle tap to release the cakes.
10. Dust the warm cakes with powdered sugar and serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.