Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center, served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation of Chocolate Lava Cake
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Microwave in short bursts of 20 seconds, stirring in between until fully melted and smooth.
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and large egg yolk until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Add the vanilla extract and salt, and gently fold until combined.
Add Flour
Sift the all-purpose flour into the batter and fold gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour into Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
Bake
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 is still soft.