Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth. Let it cool slightly.
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Mix Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes of vigorous whisking.
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Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while continuously whisking to combine. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then mix until smooth.
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Add Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should still be slightly lumpy.
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Fill 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, until the edges are firm but the center remains soft and slightly jiggly.
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Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges, then invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.