Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
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- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add the melted chocolate mixture and stir until smooth. Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined.
- 4
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 5
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.
- 6
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert the ramekins onto individual plates, allowing the cake to fall out. Serve immediately with ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
