Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp (2g) baking soda
- 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
- 1/3 cup (80ml) buttermilk
- 2 tbsp (28g) melted unsalted butter
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) vanilla extract
- 2 oz (55g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tbsp (30ml) heavy cream
Instructions:
- Grease two 4-inch ramekins with butter and dust with a pinch of cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt into a medium mixing bowl to remove lumps.
- Whisk in the buttermilk, melted butter, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined, stopping as soon as the flour streaks disappear.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared ramekins.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Heat the heavy cream in the microwave until simmering, then pour it over the chopped semi-sweet chocolate.
- Let the chocolate and cream sit for 2 minutes, then stir until glossy and smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the cooled cakes for a mirror-like finish.