Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12–14 minutes

Ingredients:

• 115g unsalted butter
• 175g dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa solids)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 50g caster sugar
• 30g plain flour

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 220°C (200°C fan)/Gas Mark 7. Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with a bit of cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
2. Melt butter and chocolate together in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water (or microwave in short bursts, stirring between each). Set aside to cool slightly.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and caster sugar until the mixture is pale, thick, and creamy.
4. Combine the mixtures: Gently fold the melted chocolate and butter into the egg mixture. Sift in the plain flour and carefully fold until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
5. Fill ramekins: Divide the mixture evenly between the prepared ramekins.
6. Bake: Place on a baking tray and bake in the oven for 12–14 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centre should still be soft and gooey.
7. Serve: Allow to cool for 1–2 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert onto serving plates. Serve immediately with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.