Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa Casa Pasta RestaurantMolten Chocolate Cake Recipe

Molten Chocolate Cake Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

petite chocolate cake, gooey ganache center, vanilla ice cream

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Baking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oven and Ramekins

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.

  2. 2

    Melt the Chocolate and Butter

    In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsweetened chocolate and unsalted butter together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

  3. 3

    Mix the Batter

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined. Slowly add the melted chocolate mixture and mix until smooth. Gently fold in the flour and salt until just combined.

  4. 4

    Fill Ramekins

    Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cakes

    Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Let the cakes cool for 1 minute. Carefully run a knife around the edges and invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.

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