Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
- 2
Melt the Chocolate and Butter
In a double boiler or microwave, melt the butter and chocolate chips together until smooth. Stir well and let cool slightly.
- 3
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the melted chocolate mixture with powdered sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
- 4
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined.
- 5
Fill the Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 6
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
- 7
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Invert onto plates and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.