There is something magical about cutting into a warm chocolate cake and watching a molten center flow out. These Peanut Butter Molten Chocolate Cakes take that experience to the next level with the addition of creamy peanut butter, creating a rich and indulgent dessert that feels both comforting and elegant. Soft on the outside and gooey in the middle, they’re perfect for celebrations, dinner parties, or a late-night sweet craving.
1. Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Butter and cocoa powder (for greasing ramekins)
2. Cooking Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
3. Serving Quantity
Makes 4 individual molten cakes.
4. Method
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust with cocoa powder.
- Melt chocolate and butter together in a microwave or over a double boiler until smooth. Stir in peanut butter.
- Whisk in powdered sugar until blended. Add eggs and yolks, whisking until thick and glossy.
- Stir in vanilla and salt, then gently fold in flour.
- Divide batter evenly into prepared ramekins and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12 minutes, until edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Cool for 1 minute, then carefully run a knife around the edges. Invert cakes onto serving plates.
- Serve immediately with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or ice cream.
5. Nutrition (per cake)
Calories: 485
Carbohydrates: 39g
Protein: 9g
Fat: 32g
Sugar: 27g
Fiber: 3g
6. Tips
- For a stronger peanut butter flavor, add a small spoonful of peanut butter in the center before baking.
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best melt and flavor.
- These can be prepared ahead of time and kept in the fridge; bake just before serving.
- Pair with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for a restaurant-style finish.
