Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a gooey chocolate center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
For Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium saucepan, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate. Melt over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the melted chocolate mixture. Stir well until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture, stirring until just combined.
Baking
- 5
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 6
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
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