Molten Chocolate Cake Super Easy Recipe

Indulge in decadent, gooey molten chocolate cake in just 12 minutes! This incredibly easy recipe, adapted from Food & Wine magazine (September 2003), delivers rich, intensely chocolatey individual cakes with a perfectly soft center. Perfect for a romantic dinner, a special occasion, or a quick weeknight treat. Serves 4 (easily halved for 2). Gluten-free adaptation available!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 329.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Molten Chocolate Cake Super Easy

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How to Make Molten Chocolate Cake Super Easy

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Butter and flour four 6-ounce ramekins. Tap out excess flour.
  3. Melt 4 ounces (113g) of butter with 4 ounces (113g) of bittersweet chocolate in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat 2 large whole eggs, 2 large egg yolks, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar at high speed until pale and thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
  5. Whisk the melted chocolate mixture until smooth.
  6. Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Add 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour (or substitute with rice flour for gluten-free) and fold until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins, filling about halfway. (Optional: Add a chocolate square to the center of each ramekin before filling the rest of the way.)
  8. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft and gooey. Watch carefully; overbaking will result in dry cake.
  10. Let the cakes cool for 1 minute.
  11. Run a knife around the edge of each cake.
  12. Invert the cakes onto plates.
  13. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

80g

Carbs

5g

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