Chocolate Cake For One
This single serving chocolate cake is rich, moist, and easy to make. Baked in a ramekin, it’s perfect for satisfying a chocolate craving with minimal effort.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons salted butter -melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg white
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- powdered sugar -for topping. Or top this cake with buttercream frosting, chocolate frosting, cream cheese frosting, chocolate ganache, or homemade whipped cream for a richer finish.
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 10-ounce ramekin and set it aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, egg white, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Mix Batter: Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Then, stir in the heavy cream until fully combined.
- Fill the Ramekin: Pour the batter into the prepared ramekin.
- Bake the Cake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool on a rack.
- Serve: Enjoy the cake directly from the ramekin, or loosen the edges with a knife. Place a plate on top, flip the ramekin, and slide the cake out. Top with frosting or dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Measure Accurately: Proper measurements are key to great results.
- Avoid Overmixing: Mix just until combined to keep the cake soft and tender.
- Grease the Ramekin: Ensures the cake doesn’t stick and makes removal easier.
- Test for Doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center; it’s done if it comes out clean.
- Cool Before Topping: Let the cake cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar to avoid melting.
- Enjoy Fresh: This cake is best eaten the day it’s made.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 791kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 33g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 445mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 1.711IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 3mg
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