Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
For Serving
Method
Cake Preparation
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
Mix in Sugar
Once melted, add the powdered sugar to the chocolate mixture and stir until well combined.
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Whisk until fully blended and smooth.
Incorporate Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Divide Batter
Evenly divide the batter among the prepared ramekins.
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 is still soft.
Cool Slightly
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the ramekins for 1-2 minutes.
Invert and Serve
Carefully run a knife around the edges of the ramekins and invert each cake onto a plate. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries.