Chocolate makes a perfect Valentine's Day dessert like these Chocolate fudge cake for two. Rich, moist, and decadent this is a simple, easy recipe. The best part it makes just the right amount for you and your valentine.
Can you believe that half of January is almost over? I feel like it was just Christmas and we were waiting for new years! This year seems like it's got wheels.
Well, it's going to be Valentine's Day soon and I knew I had to share this chocolate fudge cake with you. Truth is we make it often during the year when the kids want a little chocolate indulgence. This is the baby of my chocolate layer fudge cake with chocolate buttercream and chocolate ganache.
You going to love this Valentine's day dessert for two. I have been making it for many years now. Back when I was away from home, living in Singapore. The only way for us to have the cake was to eat out or make a mini version for me and my flatmate. I just realized they would make perfect desserts for Valentine's Day Celebration. Especially as Valentine Desserts for Two? Don't you think?
About this cake
The recipe is very simple, easy and fudgy. Made with real chocolate, fresh cream this is moist and indulgent. The best way to bake it would be to leave it wet in the center so it's very soft and chocolaty.
The recipe is a small batch for just two but you can certainly double this recipe. If you need to make many servings then I recommend using my chocolate fudge layer cake recipe instead.
Ingredients and substitutes
- Oil - The oil keeps it moist so I highly recommend a flavorless cooking oil
- Chocolate - This is the real deal in this cake so make sure to use good quality chocolate. Chocolate that you like to eat, no baking chocolate, candy melts, etc.
- Fresh cream - use no less than 32 % fat. I am using 38% fat today.
- Dark Brown Sugar - The brown sugar gives it that fudge taste. If you can't find dark brown sugar, use light brown sugar. Alternatively, you can use white sugar with 1 tsp of molasses in the recipe.
- Egg - we've used only the yolk because we need just that amount. If you double the recipe use one whole egg instead of two yolks.
Step by step instructions (pin)
- Preheat oven at 160 C / 320 F
- Grease and dust 2 6 oz ramekins
- Combine the flour with baking powder, baking soda, and salt - set aside
- Melt chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler
- Add the sugar, egg, oil, vanilla.
- Finally, add the flour mixture
- Mix to a smooth batter.
- Add the chocolate chip in now (if using)
- Pour some batter into the prepared ramekins
- Bake for just 15 mins - the center should still be soft.
- Serve these warm.
- These can be served on their own but a dollop of ice cream works beautifully too.
Frequently asked questions
This cake will keep in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. However, the chilled cake will be firm, not soft and moist in the center. You can warm it in the microwave for 30 seconds.
I highly recommend not making it too early because you want to dig into that moist soft center as soon as it is baked.
Cocoa powder makes a wonderful chocolate cake but this recipe works best with real chocolate. I do have plenty of chocolate cake recipes that use cocoa powder such as moist chocolate cake, one-bowl chocolate cake, classic chocolate cake, death by chocolate cake
Perhaps not. This cake works better with oil and it keeps the cake moist too. I do have other chocolate cake recipes using butter
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Valentine Chocolate Fudge Cake For Two
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Ingredients
- 4 oz Chocolate
- 5 tbsp Whipping cream
- 1 Egg yolk
- 3 tbsp Cooking oil
- 3 tbsp Brown sugar
- 6 tbsp flour
- ¼ tsp Baking powder
- ⅛ tsp Baking Soda
- ⅛ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven at 160 C / 320 F
- Grease and dust 2 6 oz ramekins
- Combine the flour with baking powder, baking soda, and salt – set aside
- Melt chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler
- Add the sugar, egg, oil, vanilla.
- Finally, add the flour mixture
- Mix to a smooth batter.
- Add the chocolate chip in now (if using)
- Pour some batter into the prepared ramekins
- Bake for just 15 mins – the center should still be soft.
- Serve these warm.
- These can be served on their own but a dollop of ice cream works beautifully too.
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Paula Montenegro
This recipe solves my problem of making a great chocolate cake without having a lot of leftovers! Love this recipe!
Veena Azmanov
Absolutely, Paula. You must try it.
Sapana
This is perfect for Valentine's Day and so easy to make!
Veena Azmanov
Sure is perfect for Valentines' Day Sapana.
Dannii
I love small portion desserts like this. It means that I am not left with loads of leftovers.
Veena Azmanov
I hear you, Dannii.
Jessica
You had me at "chocolate fudge" That's all I need to hear!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Jessica. I hope you try it.
Tawnie Kroll
This will be so perfect for Valentine's Day this year - thank you!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Tawnie
Wendie
What kind/brand dark chocolate would you recommend?
Veena Azmanov
Hey Wendie. I often use Callebaut or Laubeca coverture. Sometime Godiva bars for the family. I buy these here at a cake decorating store.
Lisa Huff
Can't be chocolate cake! Such a fun idea making cake for two and perfect for Valentine's Day!
Veena Azmanov
Than you Lisa. Definitely perfect for Valentine's day or any day that calls for two small cakes.
Natalie
YUM! This chocolate fudge cake looks so good and perfect for Valentine's day! I love how easy it is to make it too!
Veena Azmanov
Absolutely Natalie. Chocolate on Valentine's Day is definitely a winner. Thanks
Regina
This recipe is perfect for Valentine's day but also for occasions when I don't want to make a big cake just for the 2 of us
Veena Azmanov
Absolutely Regina.I love making small portions when I can. So I don't over eat.
Jill
This is a bit like the lava cakes I've made for years. Also baked in ramekins and original recipe makes two - though I usually end of multiplying it for more people! I like the addition of coffee to your recipe. Can't go wrong with chocolate cake!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Jill. Sound like you love the recipe already. I hope you try my version and let me know what you think
Danielle
You can't beat homemade cake, but I hate having loads of leftovers, so this is great
Veena Azmanov
Exactly Danielle. It's great to make a small portion just for you and yours. Thanks