Single-Serve Chocolate Lava Cake

Name: Single-Serve Chocolate Lava Cake
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1 tablespoon chocolate chips; A pinch of salt; Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

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20 minTotal time

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250kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

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Ingredient substitutions

Unsalted butter Use the same amount of salted butter and omit the pinch of salt.
Granulated sugar Use the same amount of superfine sugar.
Chocolate chips Use the same amount of finely chopped semisweet chocolate.

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 250 kcal

Protein8 g

Carbohydrates29 g

Fat13 g

Fiber 3 g · Sugar 18 g · Sodium 180 mg

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Indulge in a rich and gooey chocolate lava cake, perfect for a personal treat. This quick and easy recipe allows you to enjoy a decadent dessert in just minutes!

Steps

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Grease a small ramekin with butter and lightly dust with flour.
In a bowl, whisk together the egg and sugar until well combined.
Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt, and mix until smooth.
Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared ramekin.
Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center remains soft.
Remove from the oven, let it sit for a minute, then carefully invert onto a plate.
Dust with powdered sugar and enjoy warm.

Tips for Single-Serve Chocolate Lava Cake

A good bake has a set, slightly puffed rim and a center that still wobbles gently; it will continue setting briefly after it leaves the oven.
Use a ramekin with enough room for the cake to rise, and set it on a small baking tray for easier handling.
For the cleanest release, serve promptly; as the cake cools, the molten center thickens and the sides are more likely to stick.

Drink pairing

A small cup of espresso
Its roasted bitterness balances the cake’s rich chocolate and sweetness.

0% option: A cup of black tea

Storage

Best enjoyed warm right after baking. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and keep covered for 3–4 days; reheat until steaming hot, though the center may no longer be molten.

Frequently asked questions

How can I tell when the cake is done?

Look for edges that appear set while the middle remains soft and gently wobbly. If the center looks fully firm, it may bake up more like a brownie.

Can I prepare the batter ahead?

For the most reliable molten center, bake it soon after mixing. The batter can be covered and refrigerated briefly, but allow extra baking time if it is chilled.