Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Decadent chocolate cake with a molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
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Melt chocolate and butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
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Mix wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
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Combine mixtures
Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously until fully incorporated.
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Add flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Fill ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
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Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
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Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.