Chocolate Lava Cake (Printable Version)

Rich, molten-centered chocolate cakes that bake in minutes and create an extraordinary dessert experience for any occasion.

# Ingredients:

→ Chocolate Lava Cake

01 - ½ cup bittersweet chocolate chips
02 - 4 tablespoons butter
03 - 1 egg
04 - 1 egg yolk
05 - ¼ teaspoon vanilla
06 - pinch of salt
07 - ¼ cup powdered sugar
08 - 3 tablespoons flour

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
02 - Thoroughly butter two 8 oz ramekins.
03 - Melt chocolate and butter in microwave for 45 seconds. Stir until chips are completely melted. Whisk in egg and egg yolk until fully incorporated. Add vanilla, salt, powdered sugar and flour, mixing until smooth.
04 - Bake for 10 minutes until edges are set but center remains soft. Serve in ramekins or carefully unmold onto plates. Top with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

# Additional Notes:

01 - These cakes can be prepared ahead and held at room temperature until ready to bake.
02 - For a less molten center, extend baking time up to 14 minutes.