Go Back

Indulge in Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream

Dive into a world of chocolate indulgence with this Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream. The perfect balance of molten chocolate and creamy vanilla awaits every bite, leaving you in a blissful state of dessert nirvana. It's a must-try for any chocoholic!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup dark chocolate 60-70% cocoa
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Vanilla ice cream for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Grease ramekins with butter and a dusting of cocoa powder.
  3. Melt the butter and dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until thick and pale.
  5. Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until just combined.
  6. Sift in the flour and add the vanilla extract with a pinch of salt; fold until smooth.
  7. Divide your batter evenly among the greased ramekins.
  8. Place the ramekins onto a baking tray and bake for 12-14 minutes.
  9. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them sit for 1 minute.
  10. Invert the cakes onto serving plates and serve immediately with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Serve immediately for the best lava experience, but if you must prepare ahead, batter can be refrigerated before baking. Just bring it to room temperature before popping it in the oven.