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Molten Chocolate Cakes

Indulge in these molten chocolate cakes that offer deep chocolate flavor with a delicate texture and a gooey center, perfected through controlled mixing and careful ingredient handling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup All Purpose Flour
  • 2/3 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Low Fat 1 percent Milk
  • 3 tbsp Canola Oil
Topping Ingredients
  • 2/3 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Final Component
  • 1 1/4 cups Boiling Water To be poured over the batter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease ramekins or a baking dish.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Stir until mixed.
  3. Add milk and oil, then mix until well combined and spread out.
  4. If using ramekins, pour the batter into the ramekins.
  5. Sprinkle brown sugar and chocolate chips on top.
  6. Add vanilla to hot water and pour over the top of the batter without mixing.
Baking
  1. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes if using a baking dish or about 15 minutes if using ramekins.

Notes

Serve the cakes in a way that preserves the texture, highlighting the contrast between gooey interior and firm edges. Store leftovers in sealed containers for up to 2 days, refrigerating them promptly, and rewarm gently before serving.