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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
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Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a medium heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
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Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolks until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened (about 3 minutes).
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Add Flour and Flavorings
Sift the all-purpose flour into the chocolate mixture, and add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Fold gently until just combined.
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Fill Ramekins
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
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Bake
Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
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Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and allow them to cool for 1-2 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes.
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Serve
Invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.