Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
For Serving
Method
Preparation
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Mixing Ingredients
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Combine Sugar and Eggs
In a mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks. Whisk until well blended and slightly thickened.
- 4
Add Chocolate Mixture
Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously until combined.
- 5
Fold in Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour and add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
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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.
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