Single Serving Molten Lava Cake (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Cake
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85 g semi-sweet chocolate chips
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42 g unsalted butter
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1 large egg
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1 large egg yolk
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36 g granulated sugar
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1.25 ml pure vanilla extract
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Pinch fine sea salt
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24 g all-purpose flour
→ Topping
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Vanilla ice cream, for serving
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease a 115–125 ml oven-safe ramekin and set aside.
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In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and unsalted butter, stirring continuously until completely smooth. Alternatively, combine in a microwave-safe bowl and melt in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
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In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, egg yolk, granulated sugar, pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of fine sea salt until thoroughly combined.
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Add the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients and whisk gently, ensuring minimal clumping.
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Pour the melted chocolate-butter mixture into the flour and egg mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until a uniform batter forms.
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Transfer the prepared batter into the greased ramekin. Place the ramekin on a baking tray and bake for 14–20 minutes, until the surface is just set but the center remains soft. Monitor closely to avoid overbaking.
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Allow the cake to rest for 1 minute, then invert onto a plate or serve directly in the ramekin. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy immediately.
# Helpful Notes:
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For the signature lava center, remove from the oven as soon as the edges look set and the middle still jiggles slightly.