Chocolate Lava Cake

Method

1. In a large bowl, add eggs, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Using an electric mixer, whip until light and fluffy.
2. Melt the butter and chocolate together in a bain-marie or microwave, then let cool slightly.
3. Add the melted chocolate-butter mixture to the whipped eggs and mix until combined.
4. Add vanilla extract (or vanilla seeds) and mix until the batter is homogeneous.
5. Gradually sift in the flour, mixing after each addition until fully incorporated.
6. Butter the molds (disposable or steel). Fill each mold about three-quarters full (leave about half a centimeter from the rim).
7. Bake in a preheated oven until the edges are set and the center is still slightly soft when gently shaken, about 15 minutes (oven time may vary; start checking after 12–13 minutes).
8. Carefully unmold and serve immediately. Decorate as desired.