Ghirardelli® Individual Chocolate Lava Cakes

Ingredients

• 4 ounces into 1-inch pieces 60% chopped
• 0.3 cup cake flour 
• 2 large egg yolks 
• 0.3 cup granulated sugar white
• 0.3 cup heavy cream 
• 6 servings raspberries for garnish
• 0.5 cup butter unsalted cut into pieces
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
• 6 servings whipped cream for garnish
• 2 large eggs whole

Equipment

• bowl
• oven
• knife
• whisk
• ramekin
• double boiler
• hand mixer

Directions

1. To make the centers, in the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, melt the 2 ounces of chocolate with the cream.
2. Whisk gently to blend.
3. Refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until firm. With your hands, form into six balls; refrigerate until needed.
4. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray six 4-ounce ramekins or custard cups with cooking spray.
5. To make the cakes, in the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl over barely simmering water, melt the 4 ounces of chocolate and the butter, stirring occasionally until smooth.
6. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer, whisk the whole eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla on high speed for about 5 minutes, or until thick and light. Fold the melted chocolate mixture and flour into the egg mixture just until combined. Spoon the cake batter into the ramekins.
7. Place a chocolate ball in the middle of each ramekin.
8. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cake is firm to the touch.
9. Remove from the oven and let sit for about 5 minutes. Run a small, sharp knife around the inside of each ramekin, place an upside-down plate on top, invert, and remove the ramekin.
10. Garnish with raspberries and a dollop of whipped cream.