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Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake

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  • Serves 4
  • Cooks in 27 mins (15m prep + 12m cook)
  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Tastes: Bitter Salty Sour Sweet Umami
  • Estimated nutrition per serving

Desert

local_grocery_store Ingredients

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  1. 1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. 2.Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
  3. 3.In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chopped chocolate together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  4. 4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until well combined.
  5. 5.Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and whisk until smooth.
  6. 6.Add the flour, salt, and vanilla extract to the chocolate mixture and stir until just combined.
  7. 7.Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
  8. 8.Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is still slightly jiggly.
  9. 9.Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 minute.
  10. 10.Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate, tapping gently to release the cake.
  11. 11.Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.

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  • chevron_rightMake sure to use good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • chevron_rightServe the lava cakes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.
  • chevron_rightYou can prepare the batter ahead of time and refrigerate it. Just make sure to bring it to room temperature before baking.