🍫🍓 Chocolate Lava Cake with Fresh Fruit 

🧾 Ingredients

For the Lava Cake

• 120 g (4 oz) dark chocolate
• 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the Topping

• Fresh strawberries (halved)
• Kiwi (sliced)
• Pineapple (cubed)
• Blackberries or blueberries
• Shredded coconut (optional)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Melt Chocolate & Butter

1. In a heatproof bowl, melt chocolate and butter together (microwave or double boiler).
2. Stir until smooth and glossy.

Step 2: Prepare Batter

1. In another bowl, whisk eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until thick and pale.
2. Add melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract.
3. Gently fold in flour and salt until just combined.

Step 3: Prepare Molds

1. Grease ramekins or small molds with butter.
2. Lightly dust with cocoa powder or flour.

Step 4: Bake

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
2. Pour batter into molds (about 3/4 full).
3. Bake for 10–12 minutes.
   • Edges should be set, center still soft.

Step 5: Unmold

1. Let cakes rest for 1 minute.
2. Carefully invert onto a plate.

Step 6: Decorate & Serve

1. Top with fresh fruits.
2. Sprinkle shredded coconut and powdered sugar.
3. Serve immediately while the center is molten.

✨ Pro Tips

• Do not overbake → the gooey center is the highlight.
• Use high-quality dark chocolate for rich flavor.
• Chill batter for 10 minutes if too runny → easier to handle.
• Serve immediately → lava effect disappears as it cools.

🍰 Final Result

Warm, rich chocolate cake with a flowing molten center, paired with fresh, juicy fruits — indulgent yet balanced, giving both deep chocolate flavor and refreshing sweetness in every bite.