Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake

1Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease two 4-ounce ramekins with butter.

2In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips (½ cup) and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

3Add sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until combined.

4In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs (2 large) and vanilla extract (½ teaspoon) until well combined.

5Slowly pour the egg mixture into the chocolate mixture, stirring constantly.

6Sift in the flour and cocoa powder (2 tablespoons), then gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

7Divide the batter evenly between the ramekins.

8Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.

9Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.

10Carefully invert the cakes onto serving plates, dust with powdered sugar, and serve with fresh berries or vanilla ice cream, if desired.

11Enjoy the warm, molten chocolate center by breaking into the cake with a spoon or fork!