Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Eggs and Sugar
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the large eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while continuously whisking to combine. Add in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- 4
Incorporate Flour
Sift the all-purpose flour over the chocolate mixture and gently fold it in using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes. The edges should be firm, but the center will remain soft.
- 8
Let Cool
Once baked, remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.
- 9
