Individual Chocolate Lava Cakes

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these decadent Individual Chocolate Lava Cakes, a perfect treat for any chocolate lover. These personal-sized delights feature a rich, gooey center that oozes molten chocolate with every bite, encased in a delicate, cake-like exterior. Made with pantry staples like semi-sweet chocolate chips, butter, and eggs, this recipe comes together effortlessly in just under 30 minutes, making it ideal for an elegant dinner party finale or a cozy night in. The ramekins are dusted with cocoa powder for easy release, and the warm molten cakes pair beautifully with toppings like powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. With their irresistibly soft centers and perfectly baked edges, these lava cakes are a showstopping dessert that’s both easy to make and impossible to resist.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 115 grams Unsalted butter
• 170 grams Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 35 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Powdered sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 2 Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder (for dusting ramekins)
• 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray (for greasing ramekins)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat as well.

Step 2

Spray four 6-ounce ramekins with nonstick cooking spray. Dust the insides with cocoa powder, tapping out any excess. Set aside.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate chips together in 20-second increments, stirring between each, until smooth and fully combined. Let cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.

Step 5

Slowly whisk in the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until smooth.

Step 6

Sift the flour and salt into the bowl and gently fold everything together until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Evenly divide the batter between the prepared ramekins, filling each about three-quarters full.

Step 8

Place the ramekins on the preheated baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still appears slightly jiggly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest for 1-2 minutes. Carefully run a butter knife along the edges to loosen them.

Step 10

Invert each ramekin onto a serving plate and gently lift to release the cake. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(564.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2430.0

Total Fat 163.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 995.6mg	0%
Sodium 318.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 246.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 189.8g
Protein 34.9g	0%

Vitamin D 118.6IU	0%
Calcium 140.0mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 339.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.7%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 37.9%