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Chocolate lava cakes that melt your heart instantly!

Chocolate lava cakes

Deliciously rich chocolate lava cakes with a gooey molten center that will melt your heart.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour.
  3. Melt the butter and chocolate chips together in a microwave or double boiler.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until pale and thick.
  5. Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture.
  6. Fold in the flour, vanilla extract, and salt until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
  9. Let cool for 1 minute, then invert onto plates and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
  • Make sure not to overbake to keep the center molten.
  • Can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

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