Description
Fudgy chocolate cakes with a hidden molten pistachio center, rich, nutty, and perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
1/4 cup shelled pistachios
1 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tbsp heavy cream
1 tbsp butter, softened
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup dark chocolate (70%), chopped
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
Butter and cocoa powder for greasing ramekins
Optional toppings: powdered sugar, chopped pistachios, ice cream
Instructions
1. Blend pistachios, powdered sugar, butter, cream, and salt into a smooth paste. Form small balls and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 ramekins with butter and cocoa powder.
3. Melt chocolate and butter until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and vanilla until light and foamy.
4. Combine chocolate mixture with egg mixture. Fold in flour and salt.
5. Spoon 2/3 of batter into each ramekin. Place a frozen pistachio ball in the center of each. Cover with remaining batter.
6. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
7. Cool for 1 minute, invert onto plates, garnish, and serve immediately.
Notes
Don’t overbake, center should be molten.
Pistachio centers can be made ahead and frozen up to a week.
Pairs perfectly with vanilla or pistachio ice cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American