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Delicious Chocolate Microwave Cake

A quick and creamy chocolate cake that you can make in the microwave, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings in under 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 4-6 squares semisweet baking chocolate Choose a high-quality chocolate for deep flavor.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Provides a luscious, creamy texture.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adjust to your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar For garnishing.
  • 4 large egg yolks Use room temperature for better texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Optional crust
  • 1 1/2 to 2 cups finely crushed Oreos For a chocolate crust.
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter To bind the crushed Oreos.
Garnishments
  • Flowers or fruit garnishments Use options like whipped cream or fresh berries.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine semisweet baking chocolate and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and melted.
  2. Stir in granulated sugar and powdered sugar until fully combined.
  3. Whisk in egg yolks and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Sprinkle in cornstarch and salt, stirring until evenly distributed.
  5. If desired, press crushed Oreos mixed with melted butter into the bottom of a microwave-safe dish.
Cooking
  1. Pour the chocolate mixture over the prepared crust, smoothing the top as needed.
  2. Microwave for 7-9 minutes, checking for doneness. The center should be slightly set but still moist for a fudgy consistency.

Notes

Don’t overcook the cake. Use room temperature eggs for a fluffier texture. Let it cool slightly before serving for easier slicing. Variations can include mint extract, nuts, or fruit.