Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
A rich chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
For Serving (Optional)
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar, Eggs, and Vanilla
In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, large eggs, large egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir gently until fully combined.
- 5
Add Flour and Salt
Sift in the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt. Fold the mixture gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
Serving
- 8
Cool and Serve
Allow the cakes to cool for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edges of each cake, then carefully invert them onto individual plates. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.