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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave on medium power in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix in Sugar and Eggs
Add granulated sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until combined. Then, add the large eggs and egg yolks, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- 4
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 5
Add Vanilla Extract
Stir in the vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and serve immediately with vanilla ice cream.