Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method). Stir until smooth, then remove from heat.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture, stirring continuously.
- 4
Add Flour
Fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 5
Fill Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 7
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and serve immediately, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.
