Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsSaltlikMolten Chocolate Cake Recipe

Molten Chocolate Cake Recipe

Inspired by Saltlik
Time30m
Serves4

Served w/ a berry compote

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Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

Method

Cake Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with flour.

  2. 2

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

    In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

  3. 3

    Mix Sugar and Eggs

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring gently to combine. Add vanilla extract.

  5. 5

    Add Flour

    Sift in the flour and fold it gently into the mixture until just combined.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins. Bake for about 12-14 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still soft.

  7. 7

    Cool and Serve

    Let them cool for 1 minute, then carefully invert onto plates. Serve immediately with berry compote.

Berry Compote Directions

  1. 8

    Prepare the Compote

    In a small saucepan, combine the mixed berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the berries break down and the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 9

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from heat and let cool slightly before spooning over the molten chocolate cakes.

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