Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a gooey center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and dark chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and egg yolks until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Add the vanilla extract, flour, and a pinch of salt. Stir until just combined.
- 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 soft.
- 7
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate, allowing the cake to fall out. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.