Name: Lava Cake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American

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February 9, 2026

Lava cake is a decadent individual dessert served warm to reveal a molten chocolate center. It may just be the best chocolate dessert you've ever had!

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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease and flour four 6-ounce ramekins.

Place chocolate and butter in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes.

Combine eggs and sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until pale and thick, about 5 minutes. Mix in melted chocolate, flour, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt until combined. Pour batter into the prepared ramekins and place on a baking tray.

Bake in the preheated oven until the sides are set but the middle is still jiggly, 10 to 13 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

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Chocolate Melting Magic 🍫
Use a double boiler or microwave in 15-second intervals to melt chocolate and butter, stirring until smooth to prevent burning.
Room Temperature Precision 🥚
Ensure eggs are truly at room temperature to create a smooth, uniform batter that incorporates air more effectively for a light texture.
Ramekin Prep Perfection 🍽️
Generously butter and dust ramekins with cocoa powder to ensure a clean, easy release of the delicate lava cakes.
Baking Time Mastery ⏰
Bake for exactly 12-14 minutes - any longer will cook out the molten center, any shorter will result in an undercooked cake.
Serve Immediately Technique 🔥
Invert the ramekins onto serving plates within 1 minute of removing from the oven to maintain the signature flowing chocolate center.

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Vegetarian

Vegan

Gluten Free

Low-Cholesterol

Low Fat

Low Sugar

Low Carb

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