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British molten chocolate fudge cake with gooey chocolate center served with vanilla ice cream and berries
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British Molten Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe

This rich British molten chocolate fudge cake recipe creates a soft chocolate cake with a warm, gooey molten center. It’s an elegant dessert that uses simple ingredients and bakes in under 15 minutes, perfect for dinner parties or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 oz dark chocolate 60–70% cocoa, chopped
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
For Preparing Ramekins
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Optional Garnish
  • Vanilla ice cream
  • Fresh berries
  • Powdered sugar
  • Whipped cream

Equipment

  • 4 ramekins (6 oz)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Baking tray
  • Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

1. Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
2. Melt Chocolate and Butter
  1. In a heatproof bowl, melt the chopped dark chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave. Stir until smooth and glossy.
    Melting dark chocolate and butter for the British molten chocolate fudge cake recipe
3. Whisk Eggs and Sugar
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar for about 1–2 minutes until smooth and slightly pale.
    Whisking eggs and sugar for British molten chocolate fudge cake batter
4. Combine the Batter
  1. Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while whisking. Add flour, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix gently until just combined.
    Combining the chocolate mixture with eggs to make molten chocolate fudge cake batter
5. Fill the Ramekins
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins. Place them on a baking tray.
    Filling ramekins with chocolate batter for British molten chocolate fudge cake
6. Bake the Cakes
  1. Bake for 11–13 minutes until the edges are set, but the center remains soft.
7. Rest and Serve
  1. Allow cakes to rest for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edges and carefully invert onto plates. Serve immediately while the center is molten.

Notes

  • Do not overbake, or the molten center will disappear.
  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
  • You can refrigerate the filled ramekins for up to 24 hours before baking.
Recipe Tips
  • Test one cake first to determine the exact baking time for your oven.
  • Let the cakes rest for one minute before inverting.
  • Serve immediately with vanilla ice cream for the best texture contrast.