Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolk until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir until fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- 5
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt into the mixture. Gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the cake batter into 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 and jiggly.
- 8
Cool slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before serving.
