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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and semisweet chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened. Add the vanilla extract and mix to combine.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring gently to combine. Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Add Flour and Salt
Sift the all-purpose flour and salt into the chocolate mixture, folding gently until just combined.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Evenly divide the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 8
Cool Slightly
Remove from the oven and let the ramekins cool for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes.