Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Suggestions
Method
Preparation
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Melt the Chocolate and Butter
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and bittersweet chocolate. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
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Mix in Sugar and Eggs
Stir in the granulated sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until combined. Add the large eggs and large egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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Add Dry Ingredients
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Baking
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Fill the Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake the Cakes
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 soft and gooey.
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