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 microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
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Mix the batter
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, flour, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture, stirring until smooth.
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Fill and bake
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
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Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift it off. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.