Raspberry Molten Chocolate Cake
The Crispy Chef
A rich and decadent raspberry molten chocolate cake that combines bittersweet chocolate with fresh raspberries for a perfect balance of flavors. This easy-to-make dessert features a gooey chocolate center and is ideal for impressing guests or indulging in a sweet treat at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 27 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 4
Calories 410 kcal
4 to 8 (6-ounce) ramekins or a standard muffin tin
Medium saucepan
Large mixing bowl
Whisk or electric mixer
Measuring cups and spoons
Rubber spatula
Cooking spray or butter for greasing
- 6 ounces high-quality bittersweet chocolate
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 teaspoon raspberry extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Prepare the Ramekins: Grease the ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
Melt the Chocolate: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and chocolate over low heat, stirring until smooth.
Mix the Batter: Whisk together eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract and raspberry extract.
Combine Ingredients: Slowly fold in the melted chocolate mixture, followed by the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
Add Raspberries: Gently fold in fresh raspberries to evenly distribute throughout the batter.
Fill Ramekins: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the center is soft.
Cool and Serve: Let cakes cool for 1-2 minutes before gently running a knife around the edges and inverting onto plates.
Garnish: Serve with powdered sugar, vanilla ice cream, or raspberry coulis.
For a stronger raspberry flavor, increase the raspberry extract to 1.5 teaspoons.
Cakes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
To make ahead, prepare the batter and store it in ramekins in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
Serving: 200gCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 6gFat: 25gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 30g
Keyword Chocolate Lava Cake, Easy Chocolate Cake, Individual Cakes, Molten Cake, Raspberry Dessert