Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a molten chocolate center.
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Ingredients
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For the Cake
For Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the unsalted butter and semisweet chocolate. Stir continuously until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt until well combined.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Add the sugar and flour mixture to the melted chocolate mixture. Stir until just combined.
- 5
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the large eggs, large egg yolks, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
- 8
Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.
