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Baked Desserts: Easy Chocolate Fudge Cakes and More Sweet Favorites

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These rich chocolate fudge cakes are one of my favorite baked desserts. They feature a soft, moist chocolate cake with a gooey molten chocolate center and come together in about 30 minutes. Perfect for date night, special occasions, or whenever you’re craving an indulgent homemade dessert.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cakes 1x

Ingredients

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3 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate1/4 cup heavy cream3 tablespoons light brown sugar2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons beaten egg1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract6 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly grease two 6-ounce ramekins. Place them on a baking sheet.

2. Chop 2 ounces of the semi-sweet chocolate and melt it with the heavy cream until smooth.

3. Whisk in the brown sugar, vegetable oil, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Fold the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until combined.

5. Divide the batter evenly between the ramekins until they are about three-quarters full.

6. Cut the remaining chocolate into two pieces and press one piece into the center of each ramekin. Cover completely with batter.

7. Bake for 15–17 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through baking.

8. Serve immediately while warm with a gooey chocolate center.

Notes

Use high-quality baking chocolate for the richest flavor.

Do not overbake if you want a molten center.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, fresh raspberries, or salted caramel.

Vegetable oil can be replaced with canola oil or melted coconut oil.

This recipe makes 2 individual chocolate fudge cakes.

  • Author: Rita
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Cakes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake
  • Calories: 515
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 34g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 42mg