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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Suggestion
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium saucepan, combine the unsalted butter and semisweet chocolate. Heat over low heat, stirring until both are completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to combine. Add in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing well.
- 5
Add Flour
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 6
Prepare Ramekins
Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Place them on a baking sheet for easier handling.
- 7
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.