Molten Chocolate Cakes with Raspberry Sauce

Health score
15%
Molten Chocolate Cakes with Raspberry Sauce
70 min.
4
1252kcal

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Looking for a decadent and indulgent dessert that's sure to impress your friends and family? Look no further than these Molten Chocolate Cakes with Raspberry Sauce! This recipe, which serves 4, is the perfect ending to any special meal. With a total calorie count of 1252 kcal, it's a dessert that's best shared and enjoyed in moderation.

The key to these molten chocolate cakes is the combination of melted chocolate and butter, which creates a rich and gooey center when baked. And let's not forget about the raspberry sauce – it adds a tangy and refreshing contrast to the chocolatey goodness. The recipe also includes a ganache made with heavy cream and Kirsch, which adds an extra layer of flavor and texture.

Preparation takes around 70 minutes, so it's a great option for a relaxed evening at home or a leisurely brunch with loved ones. The recipe requires a variety of equipment, including a bowl, baking sheet, oven, whisk, sieve, ramekin, and double boiler, ensuring that your cooking skills are put to good use.

Whether you're a chocolate lover, a raspberry enthusiast, or simply in the mood for a delicious dessert, these Molten Chocolate Cakes with Raspberry Sauce are sure to satisfy your cravings. So why not give them a try and treat yourself to a truly scrumptious experience?

Ingredients

  • teaspoon almond extract 
  • cup butter cubed for ramekins
  •  egg yolk 
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoon kirsch liqueur 
  • pint raspberries fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 12 ounces bittersweet chocolate divided chopped
  • 0.5 cup sugar for dusting
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • ramekin
  • double boiler

Directions

  1. Watch how to make this recipe.
  2. To make the ganache, melt 4 ounces of the chocolate with the heavy cream over a double boiler. Stir until smooth and chill until firm enough to scoop, about 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and butter 8 (7-ounce) ramekins. Coat the inside with 2 tablespoons of the sugar, making sure to tap out the excess.
  4. In a medium bowl combine the remaining chocolate with 1 cup of butter over a double boiler until melted, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. In large bowl beat together the eggs, egg yolks and the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar until pale, thick and light. Sift the flour over top, and fold in the salt and almond extract. Fold in the cooled chocolate mixture until uniformly combined. Divide equally between the prepared ramekins.
  6. Using a small scoop or tablespoon, form the chilled ganache into 8 balls.
  7. Put 1 into the center of each ramekin and press down slightly to cover with the batter.
  8. (Cakes can be prepared to this point, covered and held in the refrigerator for a few hours until ready to bake.) Arrange the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake until the tops look set, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and carefully invert the ramekins onto serving plates.
  10. Garnish with raspberry sauce and reserved raspberries and serve immediately.
  11. For Raspberry Sauce and
  12. Reserve 8 raspberries for garnish. Mash the remaining raspberries through a fine meshed sieve into a small bowl. Discard the seeds.
  13. Add the 2 tablespoons of superfine sugar and the Kirsch and whisk until the sugar is dissolved.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1252kcal
Protein5.12%
Fat65.13%
Carbs29.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
76.55
Glycemic Load
25.39
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
30.892608352329%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
54.14mg
Petunidin
0.37mg
Delphinidin
1.56mg
Malvidin
0.15mg
Pelargonidin
1.16mg
Peonidin
0.14mg
Catechin
1.55mg
Epigallocatechin
0.54mg
Epicatechin
4.16mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.64mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
1.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1251.76kcal
62.59%
Fat:91.17g
140.27%
Saturated Fat:52.76g
329.73%
Carbohydrates:93.73g
31.24%
Net Carbohydrates:79.14g
28.78%
Sugar:68.04g
75.6%
Cholesterol:493.67mg
164.56%
Sodium:593.59mg
25.81%
Alcohol:1.6g
100%
Alcohol %:0.55%
100%
Caffeine:73.14mg
24.38%
Protein:16.11g
32.23%
Manganese:1.97mg
98.6%
Copper:1.22mg
61.17%
Fiber:14.59g
58.38%
Selenium:33.22µg
47.46%
Magnesium:184.5mg
46.12%
Phosphorus:434.98mg
43.5%
Iron:7.66mg
42.58%
Vitamin A:2107.15IU
42.14%
Vitamin C:31.04mg
37.62%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
25.98%
Vitamin E:3.85mg
25.63%
Zinc:3.83mg
25.56%
Potassium:768.15mg
21.95%
Folate:80.67µg
20.17%
Vitamin B5:1.96mg
19.55%
Vitamin K:19.83µg
18.89%
Vitamin B12:1µg
16.74%
Calcium:149.81mg
14.98%
Vitamin D:1.97µg
13.15%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.9%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.9%
Vitamin B3:1.71mg
8.56%