Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
A rich chocolate cake with a molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
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Mix the Batter
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until thick and pale. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture, stirring until combined. Gently fold in the flour and a pinch of salt until just combined.
- 4
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Bake
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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Cool and Serve
Remove from oven and let sit for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.