Chocolate Lava Cakes: A Decadent Dessert with a Gooey Surprise

Chocolate lava cakes are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. These individual-sized cakes have a rich, moist exterior that gives way to a molten chocolate center when you dig in. Perfect for date nights, dinner parties, or any time you want an indulgent dessert, these cakes are surprisingly easy to make with just a handful of ingredients.

Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for a restaurant-worthy dessert at home. You’ll wow your guests—and yourself—with these gooey delights!

Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Ingredients (for 4 cakes):

• ½ cup unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
• 4 ounces semisweet chocolate (chopped)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Optional: Powdered sugar, ice cream, or berries for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with flour, tapping out the excess.
2. Melt Butter & Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate together in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth. Let cool slightly.
3. Whisk Eggs & Sugar: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until thick and pale.
4. Combine Ingredients: Gradually stir the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Fold in the flour until just combined.
5. Fill Ramekins: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins. Place them on a baking sheet for easy handling.
6. Bake: Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Remove from the oven and let sit for 1-2 minutes.
7. Serve: Carefully run a knife around the edges of each ramekin and invert the cakes onto plates. Serve immediately with powdered sugar, ice cream, or berries.

These chocolate lava cakes are a showstopper every time. Their warm, gooey centers are the perfect ending to any meal!