Ingredients
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For the Cake Batter:
- ½ cup (120g) pistachio paste
- ½ cup (90g) white chocolate, melted
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour, sifted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
For Greasing the Ramekins:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Optional Garnishes:
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Crushed pistachios, for texture
- Fresh berries (raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries)
- Chocolate drizzle (dark or white chocolate, melted)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ramekins
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
- Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking. Shake out excess flour and set aside.
Step 2: Melt the Chocolate & Butter
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate and butter together in 15-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Step 3: Whisk the Eggs & Sugar
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
Step 4: Incorporate the Pistachio Paste
- Add the pistachio paste and vanilla extract into the egg mixture, stirring until fully combined.
Step 5: Combine Everything
- Gradually pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the batter, stirring continuously to prevent scrambling the eggs.
- Gently fold in the sifted flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Step 6: Fill & Bake
- Evenly divide the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling them about ¾ full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
Step 7: Rest & Serve
- Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest for 1-2 minutes before carefully inverting them onto serving plates.
- Garnish with powdered sugar, crushed pistachios, fresh berries, or a drizzle of melted chocolate for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Use High-Quality Pistachio Paste – The flavor of the cake depends on the quality of the pistachio paste. Opt for one that is 100% pistachio with no added sugar.
- Do Not Overbake – The key to a molten center is baking until the edges are just set while the center remains soft.
- Test with One Cake First – If unsure about bake time, bake one cake first to check the perfect timing for your oven.
- Make Ahead – You can prepare the batter and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Allow it to come to room temperature before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 648 kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 50.5g
- Saturated Fat: 22.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 39.08g
- Fiber: 2.25g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: N/A