Serving Details
Makes approximately 12 cakes.
Recipe Description
These Sticky Chocolate Drop Cakes are rich, moist, and incredibly decadent. Topped with a luscious chocolate glaze, they’re the perfect treat for chocolate lovers. Whether it’s for a dessert table or an afternoon snack, these cakes bring a smile to any chocolate lover’s face!
Cooking Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Nutritional Ingredients
- Calories: 200 per cake
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add the egg, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, and stir until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour batter into prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about halfway.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool before adding any desired toppings, such as chocolate glaze or additional chocolate chips.
FAQs
Q: Can I use dark chocolate instead of cocoa powder?
A: Yes, you can melt dark chocolate and mix it into the batter, though it may change the consistency slightly. Use about 1/2 cup melted chocolate.
Q: Can I make these cakes gluten-free?
A: Yes, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend designed for baking to keep the texture similar.
