Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with gooey center
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 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 fully melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until pale and fluffy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously. Add the vanilla extract and salt, then fold in the flour until just combined.
- 5
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or 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, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.