Chocolate Lava Cake with Berries & Ice Cream
Molten chocolate center with a crispy crust, ready in 5 minutes. Served warm with vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, and a crunch of peanuts.
- Total time
- 8 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe mug or small bowl.
Step 2
Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
Step 3
Whisk in egg, flour, and a pinch of salt until no lumps remain.
Step 4
Microwave the batter for 60–70 seconds until the edges are set but the center still jiggles.
Step 5
Let cool 1 minute, then invert onto a plate or serve straight from the mug.
Step 6
Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, berries, peanuts, and enjoy immediately while warm.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe mug or small bowl
- whisk
- microwave
- plate or serving dish
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