• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 4 oz (about 1/2 cup) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• A pinch of salt
• Butter and cocoa powder for greasing ramekins
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
2. Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chopped chocolate together in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
3. Combine Ingredients: Stir the powdered sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until well combined. Then add the eggs and egg yolks, mixing until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add Flour: Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined.
5. Pour and Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
6. Serve: Let the cakes cool in the ramekins for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.
Enjoy your delicious chocolate lava cake 