Directions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Ramekins
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Grease six 6-ounce (180 ml) ramekins with butter and lightly dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. - Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water, melt the dark chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. - Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until pale and slightly thickened, about 2–3 minutes. - Combine Chocolate with Egg Mixture
Gently fold the melted chocolate-butter mixture into the eggs and sugar until fully combined. Be careful not to deflate the mixture; the air helps give the cakes a light texture. - Add Flour and Salt
Sift the flour over the chocolate mixture and fold gently along with a pinch of salt until smooth and uniform. - Prepare Peanut Butter Centers
In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter with powdered sugar if desired. Roll into six small balls, about 1 tablespoon each. - Assemble the Fondant Cakes
Pour a small amount of chocolate batter into each ramekin (about 1/3 full). Place one peanut butter ball in the center, then cover with remaining batter, leaving about 1/2 cm from the top. - Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes. The edges should be firm while the center remains soft and slightly gooey. - Serve
Allow cakes to cool for 1–2 minutes, then gently invert onto serving plates. Dust with cocoa powder or powdered sugar, and garnish with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream if desired. Serve immediately for the best molten effect.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Difficulty: Medium
Variations & Substitutions
- Swap peanut butter with Nutella or almond butter for a different flavor twist.
- Add a pinch of instant coffee or espresso powder to the chocolate for a mocha version.
- Use dark, milk, or white chocolate depending on your sweetness preference.
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