Chocolate lava cake.

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Unsalted butter	½ cup	Adds richness
Dark chocolate chips	1 cup	Use good-quality chocolate
Eggs	2 large	Whole
Egg yolks	2 large	Extra richness
Granulated sugar	¼ cup
All-purpose flour	2 tbsp
Salt	¼ tsp	Balances flavors
Vanilla extract	1 tsp

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 ramekins (or foil cups) with butter and dust lightly with flour.
2. Melt chocolate and butter together over low heat until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Beat eggs, yolks, and sugar until thick and pale.
4. Gently fold melted chocolate into the egg mixture. Add flour, salt, and vanilla; stir until just combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among ramekins and place on a baking sheet.
6. Bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
7. Let rest for 1 minute, then invert onto plates and serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Tip: For extra flair, top with berries, powdered sugar, or a drizzle of caramel.