Classic Molten Lava Cake

Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter(paid link)
• 4 oz bittersweet chocolate(paid link)
• 2 large eggs(paid link)
• 2 large egg yolks(paid link)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar(paid link)
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour(paid link)
• ¼ tsp salt(paid link)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F. Butter and flour six 4-ounce ramekins.

2. 2

   Melt butter and chocolate together in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until pale and slightly thickened.

4. 4

   Gently fold the slightly cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Then, fold in the flour and salt until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. 5

   Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.

6. 6

   Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.

   12 min

7. 7

   Let cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate.

8. 8

   Serve immediately, optionally with berries or ice cream.

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