Dark Chocolate Molten Cakes Recipe

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## 👩‍🍳 Directions

### 1. Prep the Ramekins
Preheat your oven to **425°F (220°C)**. Generously butter four 6-ounce ramekins and dust the inside with **cocoa powder** (this prevents sticking and adds flavor). Tap out the excess and place ramekins on a baking sheet.

### 2. Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a double boiler (or in a heatproof bowl over simmering water), melt the butter and dark chocolate together. Stir until smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

### 3. Whisk the Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, yolks, sugar, and salt together until thick and pale—about 1–2 minutes.

### 4. Combine
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously. Fold in the flour gently until fully combined and the batter is smooth.

### 5. Pour and Bake
Divide the batter evenly among the ramekins. Bake for **11–13 minutes**—you want the edges set but the center still soft. A good visual cue: the tops should be puffed and slightly cracked, but still have a little jiggle.

### 6. Unmold and Serve
Let the cakes rest for **1 minute**, then carefully run a knife around the edge of each ramekin and invert onto serving plates. Dust with powdered sugar and serve *immediately* with a scoop of ice cream or fresh fruit.

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## 💡 Tips for Success

– Use **quality chocolate**—the flavor really shines here.
– Don’t overbake! The gooey center is the whole point.
– You can **make the batter ahead of time** and refrigerate it in ramekins. Just bring to room temp before baking.
– Don’t have ramekins? Use a muffin tin—but reduce baking time slightly.

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## 🤎 Final Thoughts

Dark chocolate molten cakes are the dessert equivalent of a mic drop. They look elegant, taste luxurious, and yet come together with surprisingly little effort. Once you make them, you’ll wonder why you ever settled for store-bought sweets.

So go ahead—**treat yourself or someone special**. Because a little molten chocolate goes a long way.

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**Tried it out?** Share your photos, your toppings, or your favorite chocolate add-ins in the comments below. Let’s make dessert unforgettable! 🍫✨