Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Cake
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.
- 3
Mix Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the large eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from cooking.
- 5
Add Flour and Flavorings
Sift in the all-purpose flour, salt, and vanilla extract. Gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
Baking and Serving
- 7
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center remains soft.
- 8
Let Cool
Remove from the oven and let the cakes sit for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen.
- 9
Serve
Invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently tap to release the cake. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings if desired.
