Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
For Serving
Method
Preparing the Batter
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks. Whisk together until the mixture is thick and pale, about 2-3 minutes.
- 3
- 4
Add Flour and Salt
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Baking the Cakes
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 6
- 7
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 8
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 9
Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before inverting onto plates.
Serving
- 10
Dust with Powdered Sugar
Sprinkle powdered sugar over the top of each lava cake.
- 11
Serve with Ice Cream
Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.