Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring continuously.
- 4
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined.
- 5
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 7
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift it off to release the cake. Serve immediately, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
