Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
For Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it's hot enough for baking.
- 2
Prepare Ramekins
Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour to prevent sticking. Place them on a baking tray.
Making the Batter
- 3
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.
- 4
Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously until well combined.
- 6
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour, add the vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gently fold until just combined; do not overmix.
Baking
- 7
Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
- 8
Bake the Cakes
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 9
Cool and Unmold
Allow the cakes to cool in the ramekins for 1 minute. Then, carefully run a knife around the edges and invert onto plates.
Serving
- 10
Dust and Serve
Dust the molten cakes with powdered sugar and serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream.