Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with molten center
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
For Serving
Method
Preparation
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together in a microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, large egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
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Add Dry Ingredients
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
- 7
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins onto 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.
- 8
Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for about 1 minute.
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