Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
To Serve
Method
Prepare the Cake
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Add the vanilla extract and salt. Stir until well combined.
- 4
Add Flour
Sift the all-purpose flour over the chocolate mixture and fold gently until just combined.
Bake the Cakes
- 5
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the cake batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each 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 firm but the center is soft.