A quick, luscious chocolate dessert with a gooey center, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings fast.
# What You'll Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 2 tablespoons whole milk
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
05 - 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
06 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
07 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Chocolate Center
10 - 2 squares (about 20 g) dark chocolate, minimum 60% cocoa
# How-To Steps:
01 - Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl or large mug on high for approximately 20 seconds.
02 - Whisk the sugar, milk, egg, and vanilla extract into the melted butter until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
03 - Add the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently until fully combined without lumps.
04 - Evenly distribute the batter between two small microwave-safe ramekins or mugs.
05 - Press one dark chocolate square into the center of each container, then cover with remaining batter.
06 - Cook each ramekin separately on high in the microwave for 45 to 60 seconds until the edges are set and the center remains soft.
07 - Let the cakes cool for 1 minute before serving to achieve a warm, gooey center.
