Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
Serving
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Butter and Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until the mixture is thick and pale in color.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously until well combined.
- 5
Add Vanilla and Dry Ingredients
Stir in the vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the cake batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center remains soft.
- 8
Cool Slightly
Once baked, remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.