Molten Chocolate Sourdough Lava Cakes

Indulge in rich chocolate with a tangy twist! These molten lava cakes are gooey, luxurious, and perfect for impressing guests without the fuss.

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4 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 oz. unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing ramekins
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sourdough starter, active or recently fed
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: cocoa powder for dusting ramekins, whipped cream or berries for serving

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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease ramekins with butter; dust with cocoa powder.
Melt chocolate and butter together until smooth; let cool slightly.
Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and thickened.
Fold melted chocolate, sourdough starter, and vanilla into eggs, then sift in flour and salt.
Divide batter evenly among ramekins, filling 3/4 full.
Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers jiggle slightly.
Let rest 1-2 minutes, run a knife around edges, invert onto plates, and serve warm with optional toppings.