Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
With vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Cake
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
- 4
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Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, and gently fold the mixture until just combined.
- 6
Pour into Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate to release the cake.
Serving Suggestions
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Add Ice Cream
Top each warm lava cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- 10
Dust with Powdered Sugar
Sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top for an extra touch of sweetness and to enhance presentation.
- 11
Enjoy
Serve immediately while the cake is warm and the center is gooey, alongside the cold ice cream.