Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Optional Garnishes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it's hot enough for baking the cakes.
- 2
Prepare Ramekins
Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder or flour to prevent sticking. Place them on a baking sheet.
Making the Batter
- 3
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth.
- 4
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously to combine. Add in the vanilla extract and stir until fully incorporated.
- 6
Add Flour and Salt
Sift the all-purpose flour and salt into the chocolate mixture, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Baking
- 7
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 8
Bake the Cakes
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 9