Picture this: a rich chocolate cake with a gooey, molten center that flows out like a delicious river of chocolate when you cut into it. That’s what these molten lava cakes are all about! Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself, they offer an irresistible combination of textures and flavors.
These cakes are a chocolate lover’s dream. With a soft exterior and a warm, fudgy center, every bite is pure indulgence. They’re surprisingly simple to make, requiring just a few ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply in need of a sweet pick-me-up, this molten lava cake recipe is the answer. It’s as if each cake brings a little piece of heaven to your plate.
The Ultimate Molten Lava Chocolate Cake Recipe
These molten lava chocolate cakes boast a rich, velvety chocolate flavor with a delightful molten center that oozes out when cut. They’re warm, comforting, and perfect for a decadent dessert that will satisfy any chocolate craving.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Ice cream or whipped cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and chocolate chips. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and melted.
- Mix the Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until well combined. Slowly add the melted chocolate mixture, stirring continuously. Fold in the flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until just combined.
- Fill the Ramekins: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center remains soft. The tops should look slightly puffed.
- Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen them.
- Serve: Invert each ramekin onto a plate, allowing the cake to release. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 cakes
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g