Molten Cocoa Cake Recipe
Make Molten Cocoa Cake Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Cake
- 1
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Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- 3
Melt Butter
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 4
- 5
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 8
Cool Slightly
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.
Serving the Cake
- 9
Dust with Powdered Sugar
Sprinkle powdered sugar over the top of each molten cocoa cake.
- 10
Add Ice Cream
Serve each cake warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
- 11
Enjoy!
Dig in and enjoy the gooey, molten center of the cake!