Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Chocolate Filling
For serving
Method
Preparation
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Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate and the unsalted butter. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stir, then continue to microwave in 15-second intervals until completely melted and smooth.
Mixing Ingredients
- 3
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
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Combine Mixtures
Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously to prevent the eggs from cooking. Then, fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
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Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is soft. Do not overbake.