Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 4 ounces (about 115g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease and flour four ramekins or small baking dishes.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter:
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and chopped chocolate together. You can do this in a microwave or using a double boiler. Stir until smooth and well combined. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Prepare Batter:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until well combined. Add vanilla extract and mix.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir until smooth.
- Sift in the flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until just combined.
- Fill Ramekins and Bake:
- Divide the batter equally among the prepared ramekins.
- Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes. The edges should be set, but the center will still be soft.
- Serve:
- Carefully remove the lava cakes from the oven and let them cool for a minute.
- Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes, then invert each onto a serving plate.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately. You can also serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
These Chocolate Lava Cakes are sure to impress with their gooey, molten centers. It’s a perfect way to end a meal on a sweet note!
