3 Ingredient Chocolate Lava Cakes

Introduction

If you love deep, rich chocolate desserts with a warm, melt-in-the-middle center, this recipe is about to be your new favorite. These lava cakes are elegant, indulgent, and surprisingly foolproof. No flour, no baking powder — just three ingredients coming together for a restaurant-style treat right from your oven.

Perfect for date nights, special occasions, or when you just need chocolate now.

 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped semi-sweet chocolate)

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

• 4 large eggs

 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the ramekins

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease 4 small ramekins (about 6-ounce size) with butter. If you’d like extra insurance against sticking, dust them lightly with cocoa powder.

2️⃣ Melt chocolate and butter

Place the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl. Melt together:

• In the microwave in 20–30 second bursts, stirring after each, or

• Over a double boiler (a bowl set over gently simmering water)

Stir until smooth and glossy. Let cool for a few minutes so it’s warm, not hot.

3️⃣ Whisk the eggs

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until fully blended and slightly frothy. No need to whip to peaks — just make sure yolks and whites are completely combined.

4️⃣ Combine mixtures

Slowly pour the slightly cooled chocolate mixture into the eggs while whisking constantly. This prevents the eggs from scrambling. Keep whisking until smooth, thick, and shiny — it should look like loose brownie batter.

5️⃣ Fill ramekins

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about ¾ full. Place them on a baking sheet for easy handling.

6️⃣ Bake

Bake for 8–10 minutes.

• The edges should look set and slightly puffed

• The centers should still look soft and a little jiggly

⚠️ Don’t overbake — that’s what keeps the centers molten!

7️⃣ Unmold

Let the cakes rest for 2 minutes. Run a thin knife around the edges to loosen. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a dessert plate. Let sit for 10–15 seconds, then lift off the ramekin.

8️⃣ Serve immediately

Serve warm while the centers are gooey and flowing. Add ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh berries if you like.

 Conclusion

These chocolate lava cakes prove that you don’t need a long ingredient list to make an unforgettable dessert. With crisp edges, a soft cake exterior, and a molten chocolate center, every bite feels luxurious. The key is timing — pull them out at just the right moment, and you’ll have that perfect lava effect every time.

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