Dark Chocolate Lava Cakes

Ingredients

• 4 oz Dark chocolate (60% cacao or higher)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 Large egg
• 1 Large egg yolk
• 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 1 pinch Salt
• 0.25 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 tsp Powdered sugar(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Grease two 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust lightly with cocoa powder or flour.

2. 2

   In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until completely smooth.

3. 3

   In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg, egg yolk, sugar, and salt with a whisk or electric mixer until thick and pale yellow.

4. 4

   Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract into the egg mixture.

5. 5

   Sift the flour over the batter and gently fold it in until just combined. Do not overmix.

6. 6

   Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins.

7. 7

   Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the sides are firm but the center still jiggles slightly when shaken.

8. 8

   Let the cakes cool in the ramekins for 1 minute, then carefully run a knife around the edges and invert onto dessert plates.

9. 9

   Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately while the center is still molten.