Chocolate Melting Cake
Indulge in the decadent richness of this Chocolate Melting Cake, a dessert lover’s dream with its irresistibly gooey molten center. This luxurious treat features premium dark chocolate and a perfectly velvety texture that melts in your mouth. With only 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, you can create a showstopping dessert in no time. Baked in individual ramekins and served warm, this dessert is an ideal choice for dinner parties or date nights. For added flair, dust with powdered sugar or pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. With its rich chocolate flavor and luscious texture, this molten chocolate cake recipe is destined to be your go-to indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams All-purpose flour
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing molds)
- 1 teaspoon Cocoa powder (for dusting molds)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease six 6-oz ramekins with butter and dust them lightly with cocoa powder. Tap out any excess cocoa powder and set the ramekins aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until pale and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly until fully incorporated.
Sift the all-purpose flour into the batter and gently fold it in using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 11-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft and jiggly. Be careful not to overbake—the molten center is the key to this dessert!
Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes. Run a knife along the edge of each ramekin to loosen the cake if desired.
Serve warm, directly in the ramekins or inverted onto plates for a more dramatic presentation. Optionally, garnish with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.0 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 137.8 g | 689% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1108 mg | 369% | |
| Sodium | 429 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.4 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.4 g | ||
| Protein | 47.6 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 29.9 mg | 166% | |
| Potassium | 1829 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
