Moelleux au Chocolat (Molten Chocolate Cake)
Moelleux au Chocolat is a small French chocolate cake with a fully set outer sponge and a warm, flowing center of melted dark chocolate. Timing is everything — the cakes bake for just 10 to 12 minutes, and pulling them at the right moment is the key to getting that liquid core. They're best served immediately, straight from the oven.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowls
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Oven
- 1 Ramekins
- 1 Baking Tray
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 oz dark chocolate 70% cocoa, high-quality
- ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 pieces egg yolks room temperature
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, yolks, and sugar until pale and slightly thickened. Gently fold in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Sift the flour and salt over the chocolate mixture. Fold gently to combine, being careful not to deflate the batter.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins and place them on a baking tray.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Let sit for 1 minute before serving.
Notes
- For a twist, add a hint of orange zest or a splash of vanilla extract to the batter.
- To achieve a perfect molten center, ensure your oven is preheated at the correct temperature.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for added luxury.
Nutrition
Calories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 6gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 54mgPotassium: 249mgFiber: 3gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 862IUCalcium: 43mgIron: 4mg
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