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Single Serve Hot Fudge Chocolate Cake

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A warm, gooey, single serve hot fudge chocolate cake baked in a ramekin with a molten center and rich chocolate flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons hot water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
  4. Grease a 6 ounce ramekin and pour in the batter.
  5. Slowly pour hot water on top without stirring.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until edges are set but center is still glossy.
  7. Let rest for 1 minute, then serve warm.

Notes

  • Use high quality cocoa for richer flavor.
  • Do not overbake to maintain the molten center.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 24 g
  • Sodium: 120 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg

Keywords: single serve chocolate cake, hot fudge cake, molten chocolate cake