Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium saucepan, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth.
- 5
Add Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling them 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 soft.
- 8
Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then invert them onto plates. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream on the side.