Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a gooey center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
Serving
Method
Preparation
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Mixing
- 3
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
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Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the chocolate mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be 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, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
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Cool
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes.
