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Start by heating your oven to 400°F. Take your ramekins and give them a good coating of butter, then dust with either cocoa powder or sugar – whatever you prefer. Set these aside while you make the batter.
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Grab a microwave-safe bowl and add your chocolate chunks and butter. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each until everything's silky smooth. Be careful not to overheat!
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In a separate bowl (make it a large one), whisk those eggs and sugar together until they look pale and fluffy – this gives your cakes that perfect texture. Then pour in your melted chocolate mixture.
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Add the flour, vanilla, and coffee powder if you're using it. Whisk everything together until just combined – don't overmix or you'll lose that gooey center we all love!
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Pour your batter evenly into those prepared ramekins. Place them on a baking sheet (makes them easier to handle) and slide into the oven for 10-12 minutes. You'll know they're ready when the edges start pulling away but the center still has a nice jiggle to it.
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These babies need to be enjoyed immediately! Carefully remove from the oven, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top if you're feeling fancy, and dig in while the center is still gloriously molten.