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Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes for Two

These Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes are a decadent and easy dessert made for sharing, perfect for intimate celebrations and warm moments together.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 1/2 cup salted butter (113 grams)
  • 2 ounces bittersweet baking chocolate (See note, 56 grams)
  • 4 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate (See note, 113 grams)
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 large egg yolks at room temperature
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar (78 grams)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour spooned & leveled (50 grams)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch espresso powder (optional)
  • extra butter + cocoa powder to grease ramekins
Optional Toppings
  • ice cream, berries, whipped cream, dusting of cocoa powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease two small ramekins well with butter, and dust with cocoa powder until completely coated, tapping out the excess.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Make the Cake Batter
  1. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and the two types of chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely smooth.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla.
  3. In another small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, flour, salt, and espresso powder.
  4. Add the egg mixture and the dry ingredient mixture to the melted chocolate, and gently fold everything together.
  5. Switch to a whisk and gently whisk until the batter is smooth and thick like brownie batter.
Bake
  1. Divide the batter between the two prepared ramekins or 6 muffin tin cavities.
  2. Bake for 11 minutes for the ramekins, or start with 7-8 minutes for the muffin tin.
  3. The sides of the cake should appear set while the center looks a bit underdone with a wet appearance.
  4. Let the cakes cool for 1 minute before removing them from the ramekins.
Serve
  1. Place a plate upside down over the top of the cake and flip the ramekin over.
  2. Gently lift the ramekin straight up off the cake and enjoy immediately with desired toppings.
Store
  1. Wrap leftovers in plastic wrap or an airtight container and refrigerate for 2-3 days.
  2. Reheat in the microwave in 15-second intervals until warm.

Notes

Be generous when greasing and cocoa-dusting the ramekins to prevent sticking. For variations, consider adding orange zest, bourbon, or salted caramel for unique flavors.