Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- 3
Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In another bowl, whisk together the large eggs, large egg yolks, and granulated sugar until light and frothy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while continuously whisking. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing until well combined.
- 5
Add Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.