Take the Chocolate Cake

DARK CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKES

Makes 2 servings

Cakey on the outside and filled with a mouthwatering center of molten dark chocolate, these lava cakes are the ultimate romantic dessert for two—just in time for Valentine’s Day.

¼ cup (57 grams) unsalted butter
2 ounces (55 grams) 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate, chopped
¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
1 large egg (50 grams)
1 large egg yolk (19 grams)
¼ teaspoon (1 gram) vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons (6 grams) all-purpose flour
Dutch process cocoa powder, for dusting

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly spray 2 (8-ounce) ramekins with baking spray with flour.

2. In the top of a double boiler, place butter and chocolate. Cook over simmering water until melted. Whisk until smooth.

In medium bowl, beat sugar, egg, egg yolk, vanilla, and salt with a mixer at high speed until thickened and pale and has a ribbon-like consistency. Quickly