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Chocolate Lava Cake (Easy & Irresistible)

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A rich, decadent chocolate lava cake with a gooey molten center, perfect for special occasions or an indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter and cocoa powder (for greasing ramekins)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
  2. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chocolate together in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
  3. Whisk in powdered sugar until combined.
  4. Add eggs and egg yolks, whisking until the mixture is smooth and thick.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  6. Fold in flour gently until just combined.
  7. Divide batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
  8. Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12–14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
  9. Let cakes rest for 1 minute, then run a knife around the edges and invert onto plates.
  10. Serve immediately, optionally with ice cream or berries.

Notes

  • Do not overbake or the center will not be molten.
  • Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
  • Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.

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