Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Suggestions
Method
Preparation
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
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Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and egg yolks until the mixture is pale and thick.
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Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, whisking continuously until well combined.
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Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour, salt, and vanilla extract. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Baking
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Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake the Cakes
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the center is still soft.
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Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes. This will help the cakes pull away from the edges.
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