Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Suggestions
Method
Cake Preparation
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
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Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, large eggs, large egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
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Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and stir until well combined.
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Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until just combined.
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Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake
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 still soft.
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