Molten Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe – Easy, Gooey, and Perfect Every Time

✅ Recipe Overview

• Course: Dessert
• Servings: 4
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10–12 minutes
• Cooling Time: 2–3 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy to Intermediate
• Allergens: Contains dairy, eggs, and gluten

🛒 Ingredients for Molten Chocolate Lava Cake

• Metric (Grams):
• Dark chocolate (70% cocoa): 100g
• Unsalted butter: 100g (plus extra for greasing)
• Powdered sugar: 100g
• Whole eggs: 2
• Egg yolks: 2
• All-purpose flour: 30g
• Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
• Salt: a pinch
• Cocoa powder (for dusting molds): as needed

• US Units:
• 3.5 oz dark chocolate
• 7 tbsp unsalted butter
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 2 whole eggs + 2 yolks
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Cocoa powder for molds

🍳 Equipment Needed

4 ramekins (about 6 oz)
Mixing bowls
Whisk or hand mixer
Saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
Sifter
Baking tray

👨‍🍳 How to Make Molten Chocolate Lava Cake

Step 2: Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, melt chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave (20-second bursts). Stir until smooth.

Step 3: Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In another bowl, whisk eggs, yolks, and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.

Step 4: Combine Mixtures
Gradually whisk the melted chocolate mixture into the eggs. Gently fold in sifted flour until smooth.

Step 5: Fill and Chill
Pour batter into prepared ramekins, about three-quarters full. Optionally refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to keep the center molten.

🔥 Baking Instructions

• Preheat oven to 220°C / 425°F
• Place ramekins on a baking tray
• Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are firm but centers are still soft

👉 Don’t overbake — the secret to a perfect Molten Chocolate Lava Cake is keeping that molten center intact.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Allow cakes to rest for one minute. Carefully loosen edges and invert onto dessert plates.

Garnish ideas:

• Vanilla bean ice cream
• Fresh raspberries or strawberries
• Dusting of powdered sugar
• Mint leaves
• Drizzle of salted caramel or berry coulis

✅ Chef’s Professional Tips

• Use high-quality chocolate (60–75% cocoa) for rich flavor.
• Always grease and dust ramekins properly.
• Chill batter before baking to maintain a gooey center.
• Test-bake one first to find your oven’s ideal timing.
• For advance prep, fill ramekins and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
• Add flavor twists by inserting frozen balls of caramel, peanut butter, or raspberry purée in the center before baking.

🎯 Final Thoughts

This Molten Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe is foolproof, elegant, and perfect for romantic dinners or restaurant-quality desserts at home. The soft sponge and warm, gooey chocolate center make it irresistible every single time.