Chocolate Lava Cakes

Chocolate Lava Cakes

from insanelygoodrecipes.com
27 min

These decadent 30-minute chocolate lava cakes feature a warm, gooey center that oozes with molten chocolate. They're pure indulgence in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 2-3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 6 ounces semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • pinch salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 425°Fahrenheit (220°C). Lightly coat four 6-ounce ramekins with cooking spray. Dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking, then set aside on a baking sheet.

  2. 2

    In a heatproof bowl, combine the chopped chocolate and butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring well between each spin, until smooth. Set aside to cool.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, beat the sugar, eggs, and egg yolks with an electric mixer until pale and thick, about 2–3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the cooled chocolate and sprinkle the flour and salt over the top. Fold gently by hand just until combined.

  5. 5

    Divide the batter evenly into the ramekins and spread flat. Bake for 9-12 minutes until the edges are firm and the centers are set but slightly jiggly.

  6. 6

    Let the cakes rest for 1 minute, then carefully run a knife around the edge of each ramekin to loosen them. Immediately invert each lava cake onto a dessert plate and serve with powdered sugar, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or fresh berries. Enjoy!