Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Dark Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Ganache Center Served with a Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
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Melt the chocolate and butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth.
- 3
Mix the batter
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture, followed by the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Gently fold in the flour until just combined.
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Fill the 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 for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
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Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert them onto plates. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.