Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Optional Toppings
Method
Baking Instructions
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Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth.
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Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined and slightly frothy.
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Combine Mixtures
Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously until smooth.
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Fold in Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.
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Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
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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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