Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F and spray six small ceramic or aluminum ramekins with non-stick spray.

Step 2

Melt butter and chocolate in a double boiler on the stove top, then set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat eggs and egg yolks together then add powdered sugar and flour and mix well.

Step 4

Using a wooden spoon, stir the cooled, melted chocolate and butter into the egg, sugar and flour mixture. Stir until smooth.

Step 5

Pour batter evenly between the prepared ramekins.

Step 6

Bake for 12-15 minutes, until outside appears cooked. Center will be soft but not jiggly.

Step 7

Remove from oven, then run a knife around the inside edge of each ramekin, place a plate on top of the ramekin then flip over and carefully remove ramekin so lava cake is on the plate.

Step 8

Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar and grated chocolate if desired.