Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until pale and frothy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- 5
Add Flour
Sift the all-purpose flour into the mixture and gently fold until just combined.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert them onto plates. Serve immediately, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.