Chocolate Lava Cake Heaven
Indulge in the decadent richness of molten chocolate cake oozing with a luscious chocolate center. This heavenly dessert is a chocolate lover's dream, with a perfectly baked outer layer that gives way to a gooey chocolate surprise. Serve it warm, topped with a scoop of velvety vanilla ice cream, and drizzled with a delightful chocolate sauce. You won't be able to resist this irresistible dessert!
ingredients
- 4 ounces of high-quality semisweet chocolate
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- Cooking spray, for greasing
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving
- Chocolate sauce, for drizzling
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease four ramekins or oven-safe cups with cooking spray.
- 2.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted, stirring well after each interval.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4.
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
- 5.
Add the flour and salt to the bowl and whisk until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
- 6.
Divide the batter equally among the greased ramekins, filling each about ¾ of the way full.
- 7.
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- 8.
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate, allowing the cake to fall out and maintain its shape.
- 9.
Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
