Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
For Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt the Chocolate and Butter
In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
Mix the Sugar and Eggs
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until combined and slightly thickened. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring until well combined. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt until just incorporated.
- 5
Fill the Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
Baking
- 6
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
- 7
Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for about 1 minute.