Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a gooey center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Lava Cake
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Method
Preparation of Chocolate Lava Cake
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure that it is at the right temperature for baking the lava cakes.
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
- 4
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, large egg yolks, and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
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Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 of the way full.
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Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes. The edges should be firm, but the center should remain soft.
- 9
Cool Slightly
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1 minute.
- 10
Invert and Serve
Carefully run a knife around the edges of each ramekin and invert the cakes onto individual serving plates. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Serving Suggestions
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Add Toppings
Dust the lava cakes with powdered sugar and add fresh berries on top for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.