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
Cake Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt the mixture in a microwave or over a double boiler until smooth, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Mix Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until thick and pale in color.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously until well combined.
- 5
Add Flour and Salt
Sift the all-purpose flour and salt into the chocolate mixture. Gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges and invert onto plates. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream.
