Description

Indulge in a heavenly Chocolate Lava Cake that will melt your dad’s heart this Father’s Day. This rich dessert features a luscious, gooey center that flows like molten chocolate bliss with every cut. Easy to prepare with just a few ingredients, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the occasion and create lasting memories around the table. Serve it warm, dusted with powdered sugar, and paired with fresh berries or vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat that showcases your love.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup bittersweet chocolate (chopped)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped chocolate and butter together in bursts of 30 seconds until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, whole eggs, and egg yolks until light and fluffy.
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg-sugar blend. Gently fold in flour and vanilla extract until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
Bake for about 12 minutes or until edges are firm but centers remain soft.
Allow to cool for a minute before inverting onto plates. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ramekin (120g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Enhance flavor by adding espresso powder or a pinch of sea salt. Serve with fresh berries or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an elevated experience.