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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until pale and thick.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined.
- 5
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins. Place them on a baking sheet for easy handling.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 7
Cool and Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.