Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
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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 melted and smooth.
Mixing Ingredients
- 3
Combine Sugar and Eggs
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolk until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 4
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Incorporate Vanilla and Flour
Add the vanilla extract and all-purpose flour to the chocolate mixture. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Baking
- 6
Pour Batter into Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
- 7
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 still soft.
- 8
Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute.