Mini Chocolate Lava Cakes
Indulge in warm, fudgy Mini Chocolate Lava Cakes with a gooey, molten chocolate center. This easy recipe delivers a restaurant-quality dessert at home, perfect for special occasions or sweet cravings.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chopped
- 4 tablespoons 1/2 stick unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease and flour two 6-ounce ramekins.
- In a heatproof bowl set over a simmering pot of water (or in the microwave in 30-second intervals), melt the chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, granulated sugar, and salt until light and slightly pale.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and gently fold until just combined. Then, add the flour and fold until just incorporated.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is still slightly soft.
- Let the Mini Chocolate Lava Cakes cool in the ramekins for about 1 minute. Then, carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen them. Place a plate over the ramekin and gently invert.
- Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve immediately.