Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chocolate Lava Cake Ingredients
Method
Directions for Chocolate Lava Cake
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and egg yolks until well combined and slightly thickened.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, and mix until smooth.
- 5
Add Flour
Sift the all-purpose flour into the chocolate mixture and gently fold it in until just combined.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake the Cakes
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 soft.
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Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately and enjoy the gooey center!