Description
A rich, decadent dessert featuring a crisp exterior and a warm, liquid chocolate center. This easy recipe takes less than 30 minutes and requires only a few pantry staples.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 ounces (200g) bittersweet chocolate (60-70% cocoa), chopped
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons (16g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2–4 scoops vanilla bean ice cream
- Optional: Fresh raspberries or powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Generously butter 6 ramekins (6-ounce size) and dust with cocoa powder, tapping out excess.
- Melt chocolate and butter together in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and salt vigorously for 2-3 minutes until pale and thickened.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir gently to combine. Sift in flour and fold in gently until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly among prepared ramekins, filling them about ¾ full. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes (or up to 24 hours).
- Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes. Edges should be firm and puffed, but centers should look soft and jiggly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for exactly 1 minute. Run a knife around the edge to loosen, then invert onto serving plates.
- Serve immediately with vanilla bean ice cream.
Notes
Chilling the batter is crucial for creating the molten center. Do not overbake, or the cake will become solid. If baking from cold (refrigerated), add 1-2 minutes to baking time. For a single serving, use a large mug and microwave for 60-90 seconds.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24
- Fat: 26
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
Keywords: molten chocolate cake, lava cake, chocolate dessert, easy dessert, restaurant quality dessert, gluten-free dessert option