Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
Mixing Ingredients
- 4
Combine Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the large eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until the mixture is thick and pale.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined.
Baking
- 7
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
- 8
Bake the Cakes
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.
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Cool Slightly
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Then carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate.
Serving
- 10
Add Ice Cream
Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top or on the side.
