Warm Chocolate Molten Cake with Gooey Center

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Individual rich chocolate cakes with a molten, gooey center that flows when cut, served warm for an indulgent treat. This French recipe, ready in about 29 minutes, layers bittersweet chocolate, chopped, unsalted butter, and 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 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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: 15 min Cook: 14 min Serves 4 French cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Butter and lightly flour four 6-ounce ramekins. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 6 oz chopped bittersweet chocolate and 1/2 cup unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
  3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 3 large eggs until thick and pale, about 2 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to combine.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, folding gently until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Divide batter evenly among prepared ramekins and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven, let cool for 1 minute, then run a knife around edges and invert onto plates. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve immediately.

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