Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Batter
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir until smooth. Add the vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt, and mix until just combined.
Baking the Cakes
- 4
- 5
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
- 6
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 7