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Foolproof Muffin Tin Molten Lava Cakes
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
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Step 2 of 8
Foolproof Muffin Tin Molten Lava Cakes
Spray the cups of a 12-cavity muffin pan thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray.
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Step 3 of 8
Foolproof Muffin Tin Molten Lava Cakes
Microwave the chocolate chips and butter together in 30-second increments until fully melted. Stir to combine.
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Step 4 of 8
Foolproof Muffin Tin Molten Lava Cakes
Mix together the eggs and egg yolks in a large mixing bowl. Stir in the powdered sugar, flour, and salt. Whisk the mixture until only a few small lumps remain. Fold in the melted chocolate until thoroughly combined.
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Step 5 of 8
Foolproof Muffin Tin Molten Lava Cakes
Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin pan cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Step 6 of 8
Foolproof Muffin Tin Molten Lava Cakes
Bake the cakes on middle rack of oven until they have formed a crust on top, about 9 minutes.
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Step 7 of 8
Foolproof Muffin Tin Molten Lava Cakes
Check to see that cakes are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Step 8 of 8
Foolproof Muffin Tin Molten Lava Cakes
Cool the cakes in the pan for 3 minutes. Invert the muffin pan onto a large cutting board to release the cakes. Serve immediately.