Molten Chocolate Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
Serving
Method
Preparation
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Mixing Ingredients
- 3
Combine Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
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Add Flour and Salt
Sift the all-purpose flour and add it to the mixture along with a pinch of salt. Gently fold together until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake the Cakes
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
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