Description
Indulgent chocolate royale mini cakes deliver pure French pastry magic in bite-sized perfection. Rich chocolate layers and silky ganache create an elegant dessert that delights pastry enthusiasts and chocolate lovers alike.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Cake Base:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup boiling water
Topping:
- 1 cup chocolate ganache
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and coating a mini cake or muffin pan with grease to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until the mixture becomes airy and pale, creating a smooth base for the cakes.
- Introduce eggs individually, thoroughly blending after each addition, then fold in the aromatic vanilla extract to enhance the flavor profile.
- Separately, sift the dry ingredients – flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt – ensuring a lump-free, even mixture.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with milk to maintain a silky, consistent batter texture.
- Pour in boiling water and stir until the batter becomes uniformly smooth and well-integrated.
- Carefully distribute the batter into the prepared mini cake molds, filling each cavity approximately two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean.
- Remove from oven and let the mini cakes cool completely before adorning each with a luxurious chocolate ganache topping.
Notes
- Boost moisture by adding a splash of coffee instead of boiling water to intensify the chocolate flavor and create a richer taste profile.
- Swap regular milk with almond or oat milk to make these mini cakes dairy-free and suitable for lactose-intolerant dessert lovers.
- Prevent dry edges by removing cakes from the pan immediately after cooling to maintain their soft, tender texture and prevent overcooking.
- Elevate presentation by dusting mini cakes with powdered sugar or garnishing with fresh berries for a stunning and delicious finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 304 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg