Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Suggestions
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until completely melted and smooth.
Mixing Ingredients
- 3
Combine Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until well combined and slightly frothy.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients
Sift in the flour and add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Fold the mixture gently until just combined.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
Serving
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let sit for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert onto dessert plates. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
