Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with molten center
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
Serving
Method
Cake Preparation
- 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 melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and egg yolks until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir until combined. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing well.
- 5
Add Flour
Sift the all-purpose flour over the chocolate mixture and gently fold it in until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 2/3 full.
Baking and Serving
- 7
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes. The edges should be firm, but the center will be soft and slightly jiggly.
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