Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
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Mix Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and large eggs until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Add Flour and Flavorings
Sift in the all-purpose flour, add vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined.
Baking
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Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
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