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Meal International ⭐ Medium

Molten Dark Chocolate Lava Cake

Molten Dark Chocolate Lava Cake

Decadent personal chocolate cakes with an irresistibly warm, gooey flowing fudge center.

Ingredients

  • 6 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70%)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 whole eggs + 2 egg yolks
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • Vanilla ice cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter four 6-ounce ramekins and dust with cocoa powder.
  2. Melt high-quality dark chocolate (70%) and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, egg yolks, and sugar on high speed until pale and thick.
  4. Gently fold melted chocolate mixture and all-purpose flour into eggs until just combined.
  5. Divide into ramekins and bake for 12 minutes until edges are firm but center is soft; unmold immediately.
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👨‍🍳 Cooking Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter four 6-ounce ramekins and dust with cocoa powder.
  2. Melt high-quality dark chocolate (70%) and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, egg yolks, and sugar on high speed until pale and thick.
  4. Gently fold melted chocolate mixture and all-purpose flour into eggs until just combined.
  5. Divide into ramekins and bake for 12 minutes until edges are firm but center is soft; unmold immediately.

💡 Chef's Secret Cooking Tip

For maximum depth of flavor, allow aromatics to gently bloom before adding delicate proteins. Always taste and adjust seasoning just before serving.