Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a molten center
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Optional Toppings
Method
Cake Preparation
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Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
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Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
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Mix Wet Ingredients
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the melted chocolate mixture, whisking until smooth.
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Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the chocolate mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the center is slightly soft.
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