🍫 How to Make Molten Chocolate Lava Cake in 20 Minutes

Quick Info

Makes 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 10 min

Estimated Calories: ~310 kcal per serving

Ingredients

• 2 chocolate bars (dark + milk)
• 3 eggs
• 4 tbsp butter
• 7 tbsp sugar
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Steps

1. Preheat oven – Set to 450°F (230°C).
2. Melt – On stovetop, melt 100 g dark chocolate with 4 tbsp butter.
3. Whisk – In a separate bowl, beat 3 eggs with 7 tbsp sugar until smooth.
4. Combine – Stir the melted chocolate-butter mix into the egg-sugar bowl.
5. Fill ramekins – Spoon batter halfway, place 2 squares milk chocolate in the center, then top with more batter.
6. Bake – Bake for 10 minutes until edges are firm but center is soft.
7. Serve – Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Plating

• Flip ramekin onto a small plate for a clean presentation.
• Dust with powdered sugar.
• Optional: Serve with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.

TwoFoodies Tips

• For a gooier center, reduce baking time by 1 minute.
• Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.
• Grease ramekins lightly with butter before filling for easier release.

Pair of chocolate soufflés with a side of coffee during a Michigan snow day