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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
- 2
Melt chocolate and butter
In a double boiler or microwave, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together until smooth. Stir occasionally to combine.
- 3
Mix wet ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until light and frothy.
- 4
Combine mixtures
Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, whisking until fully combined.
- 5
Add dry ingredients
Sift in the flour and salt, folding gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 6
Fill ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them 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 soft. The tops should be set but slightly jiggly.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with ice cream or whipped cream.