Java Mini Cakes Recipes

Steps:

• Heat oven to 425°F. Grease 6 (6-oz) individual baking dishes (ramekins) with 1 tablespoon butter.
• In medium microwavable bowl, microwave 1 cup butter and the chocolate chips uncovered on High 2 minutes or until chips are softened and mixture can be stirred smooth.
• In medium mixing bowl, beat egg yolks and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed 1 minute. On low speed, gradually beat in chocolate mixture until well blended.
• In small bowl, stir together 2 cups powdered sugar, the flour, espresso powder and salt. Gradually stir into chocolate mixture until well blended. Divide batter evenly among baking dishes. Place dishes in 15x10x1-inch pan.
• Bake 16 minutes or until thermometer inserted into center reads 165°F. Cool 10 minutes. Run knife around edge of cakes to loosen. Place heat-proof dessert plate upside down over each baking dish; turn plate and dish over. Remove dish. Sprinkle cakes with additional powdered sugar.

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease and flour four 6-ounce ramekins.
• Place chocolate and butter in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes.
• Combine eggs and sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until pale and thick, about 5 minutes. Mix in melted chocolate, cocoa powder, and flour until combined. Pour batter into the prepared ramekins and place on a baking tray.
• Bake in the preheated oven until the sides are set but the middle is still jiggly, 10 to 13 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.