Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a gooey molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Chocolate Lava Cake Ingredients
Method
Chocolate Lava Cake Directions
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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.
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Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture, stirring continuously.
- 4
Add Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 6
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 7
Cool and Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
