Chocolate Molten Cake Recipe
Indulge in our rich and decadent chocolate molten cake, featuring a warm, gooey center that flows with luscious chocolate, perfectly complemented by a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together in a microwave or over a double boiler until smooth. Stir until well combined.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and fold gently until combined. Sift in the flour and fold until just combined.
- 5
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
- 7
Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute before inverting onto plates. Serve immediately while the centers are still molten.
