Molten Chocolate Valentine Cakes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Foundation
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170g (6 ounces) good-quality semi-sweet chocolate
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113g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
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31g (1/4 cup) plain flour
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60g (1/2 cup) powdered sugar
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Pinch of salt (about 1/8 teaspoon)
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2 whole eggs, large
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2 extra-large egg yolks
→ Extras for Decoration
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Scoop of ice cream
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Chocolate drizzle
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Fresh fruit like berries
# Instructions:
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Coat four small (6-ounce) ramekins with non-stick spray, then sprinkle over some cocoa powder. Set oven to 425°F and let it heat up.
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Using short 10-second bursts in the microwave, melt together the butter and broken-up chocolate. Stir between bursts until silky smooth.
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In one bowl, mix together salt, flour, and sugar. Beat the eggs and yolks in another. Slowly whisk everything into the melted chocolate until well blended.
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Fill each ramekin evenly with batter. Bake in the oven for 12-14 minutes. The edges should be set, but the center will still be soft.
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Let the cakes rest for a minute before flipping onto plates. Top with your favorite add-ons and enjoy right away.
# Notes:
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Opt for high-grade chocolate, not baking chips
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You can use a muffin tin (reduce time to 8-10 minutes)
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Mix the batter ahead of time, up to 2 days
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Serve instantly for the tastiest results