Chocolate Lava Cakes (Molten Chocolate Cake)

These chocolate lava cakes bake up with soft, set edges and a rich molten center that flows when you cut in. Inspired by the classic restaurant-style dessert, this easy chocolate lava cake recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together quickly, making it perfect for date night, dinner parties, or when a serious chocolate craving hits.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword chocolate lava cakes,, chocolate molten cake

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Servings

Calories 557kcal

Author Jesseca

Ingredients

1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup butter 1 stick, cut into pieces
3 large eggs room temperature
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease four 6-ounce ramekins well and dust lightly with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and set aside.
Add the chocolate chips and butter to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. This usually takes about 1 to 1½ minutes total. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar with a hand mixer for 3 to 4 minutes, until pale, thickened, and slightly fluffy.
Whisk the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until fully combined.
Add the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix just until smooth, being careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers look soft and slightly jiggly.
Let the cakes cool for 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edges, then carefully invert onto serving plates.
Serve immediately while the centers are molten.

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