Easy Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe for Two

Chocolate lava cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for a romantic dinner for two. This recipe is simple to follow and produces a rich and fudgy cake that is sure to please everyone.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease and flour two 6-ounce ramekins.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the brown sugar until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Divide the batter between the prepared ramekins. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are puffed and cracked and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
5. Let the cakes cool for a few minutes in the ramekins before serving warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

FAQ

Q: Why do need to use two ramekins?

Using two ramekins will ensure that the cakes cook evenly. If you only use one ramekin, the cake will be thicker in the center and may not cook all the way through.

Q: Can use a different type of flour?

You can use any type of all-purpose flour for this recipe. If you have a gluten-free flour blend, you can also use that.

Q: Can use a different type of sugar?

You can use any type of granulated sugar or brown sugar for this recipe. If you prefer, you can also use a combination of the two.

Q: Can use a different type of butter?

You can use any type of unsalted butter for this recipe. If you don’t have unsalted butter, you can use salted butter, but you may need to reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.

Q: Can make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this recipe ahead of time. The cakes can be baked and then cooled completely. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Q: How do reheat the cakes?

To reheat the cakes, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the cakes on a baking sheet and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until warmed through.

Pros

• Easy to make
• Delicious and decadent
• Perfect for a romantic dinner for two

Tips

• To make sure the lava cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. The toothpick should come out clean when the cake is done.
• If you don’t have ramekins, you can use small oven-proof bowls or cups.
• Serve the lava cake