Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
With vanilla ice cream
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Chocolate Lava Cake
Method
Instructions
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth, stirring between intervals.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, mixing well until combined.
- 5
Add Flour and Salt
Sift in the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 6
Pour into Ramekins
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let sit for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.