Chocolate Lava Cake

Ingredients (Serves 4):

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 4 oz dark chocolate, chopped
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Powdered sugar for dusting
• Vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins and dust them with cocoa powder.
2. Melt the butter and chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until light and frothy.
4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the eggs, followed by the flour, vanilla, and salt. Mix until smooth.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the ramekins and bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is soft.
6. Invert each ramekin onto a plate, dust with powdered sugar, and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve warm, with berries or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Cooking Tips:

• Don’t overbake; the center should remain molten.
• Prepare the batter ahead and refrigerate; bake just before serving.

Variations:

• Add a pinch of cayenne for a spicy kick.
• Use white chocolate for a unique twist.

Storage Instructions:

Store unbaked batter in the fridge for up to 2 days. Once baked, consume immediately for the best texture.

Ready to dig in? We can’t wait to hear what you think!!!

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