Quick Chocolate Volcanoes

Contributed by Susan Simon

This fast and simple recipe is a kid favorite and a perfect go-to dessert for unexpected guests. Served hot from the oven like mini chocolate volcanoes, these cakes are soft and cakey on the outside, with a steaming molten center of hot chocolate inside. Irresistible!

Ingredients

• 125g dark chocolate, finely chopped

• 125g unsalted butter

• 3 large eggs

• 150g caster sugar

• 35g maida (all-purpose flour)

Directions

1. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in the microwave (or over a double boiler). Set aside to cool slightly.

2. In a separate bowl, gently whisk the eggs, then stir in the sugar and flour until combined.

3. Slowly whisk the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until smooth.

4. Grease individual baking cups or ramekins thoroughly with butter on all sides.

5. Pour the batter into the prepared cups, filling them about ¾ full.

6. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops begin to crack but the centers still appear slightly molten.

7. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for that perfect hot-and-cold contrast!