Chocolate Lava Cake

30 mins
Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Heat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. 2Butter two 4-oz ramekins, dust with flour, and tap out excess.
  3. 3Melt chocolate using a microwave or double boiler. Stir in butter until smooth.
  4. 4In a separate bowl, whisk egg, yolk, and sugar until pale.
  5. 5Stir egg mixture into melted chocolate, add flour, and whisk to combine.
  6. 6Divide batter between ramekins. Place on a baking sheet.
  7. 7Bake for 6–8 minutes until tops are set but centers still jiggle.
  8. 8Invert onto plates, gently lift ramekins, and serve immediately (ice cream optional).

Ingredients

  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 2 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips/chunks
  • 1 whole egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp flour, plus extra for dusting
  • Butter for greasing ramekins

Equipment

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