How to Make Lava Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few desserts more decadent and indulgent than a rich, oozing lava cake. The combination of a warm, gooey center encased in a tender, chocolatey outer layer is pure bliss for any chocolate lover. This dessert is not only delicious, but also surprisingly simple to make, making it a popular choice for dinner parties, date nights, or a special treat for yourself.

The origins of lava cake are a bit murky, but it's believed to have been created by a French chef in the 1980s. Since...

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Ingredients

  • 6 ½ (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • ½ cup butter, cut into 8 pieces
  • 3 eggs, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 pinch salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • 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.
  • Nutrition

    562 cal.

    • Total Fat: 50g
    • Saturated Fat: 31g
    • Cholesterol: 184mg
    • Sodium: 260mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 462mg