Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Flourless Chocolate Cake/ Warm Gooey Chocolate Ganache Center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a double boiler or microwave, melt the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter together until smooth. Stir occasionally to combine.
- 3
Mix Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks. Whisk until the mixture is thick and pale. Add the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined. Finally, add a pinch of salt and stir to incorporate.
Baking
- 4
Pour Batter
Divide the batter evenly among the greased ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 5
Bake Cakes
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 6
Cool and Unmold
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate to unmold the cakes.
Serving
- 7
Add Toppings
Dust with powdered sugar, and serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries, if desired.