Fudgy Individual Chocolate Cakes with Molten Centers

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Quick and decadent small-batch chocolate cakes with rich, molten centers perfect for a fast indulgence. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 24 minutes, layers semi-sweet chocolate chips, unsalted butter, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 430 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 14 min Serves 2 American cuisine 430 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Butter two 6-ounce ramekins and lightly dust with cocoa powder, tapping out excess.
  2. Step 2: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/4 cup unsalted butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  3. Step 3: Whisk 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 large eggs in a medium bowl until pale and thick, about 2 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Stir in the melted chocolate mixture along with 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  5. Step 5: Sift together 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Fold the dry ingredients gently into the wet batter until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Divide batter evenly between the prepared ramekins and bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers jiggle slightly when shaken.
  7. Step 7: Let cool for 2 minutes then run a knife around edges and invert cakes onto plates. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve immediately.

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