Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake with molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Prepare the Batter
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Gradually fold in the melted chocolate mixture. Sift in the flour and salt, and gently combine until just mixed.
- 3
- 4
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 but the center still jiggles slightly.
- 5
Serve
Remove from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. Invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift to release the cakes. Serve immediately, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.