Molten Chocolate Cakes
320kcal
Ingredients
Batter
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter plus extra for greasing
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 2 large Large eggs room temperature
- 2 large Large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar adjust to taste
- 1/4 cup All-purpose flour do not overmix
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract pure extract is best
- 1 pinch Salt to balance sweetness
For Serving
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar for dusting
- 1 scoop Vanilla ice cream optional pairing
Method
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease four 6-ounce ramekins generously with unsalted butter and dust with cocoa powder or flour.
- Melt the butter and chocolate together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until thick and pale.
- Combine the melted chocolate mixture with the egg mixture and stir until smooth.
- Fold in the flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt carefully.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool the cakes for about 1 minute, then loosen the edges and invert onto plates.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
Serving1cakeCalories320kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein5gFat20gSaturated Fat12gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat7gTrans Fat1gCholesterol120mgSodium200mgPotassium150mgFiber1gSugar20gVitamin A500IUCalcium20mgIron2mg
Notes
Ensure your eggs are at room temperature for better blending. Avoid overmixing to maintain a gooey center.