Ingredients
Method
- Lightly coat two 6 ounce ramekins with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Place the chopped chocolate and butter in a medium microwave safe bowl.
- Microwave in 30 second intervals for 60 to 90 seconds, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate and butter are fully melted and smooth.
- In a separate bowl whisk the eggs, egg white, and granulated sugar until light, pale, and frothy.
- Slowly pour the egg mixture into the warm chocolate mixture while whisking until fully combined.
- Sprinkle the flour over the chocolate mixture and gently fold with a spatula just until no dry streaks remain.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins.
- Place the ramekins in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them for air circulation.
- Air fry at 375°F for 8 to 10 minutes, until the tops are puffed, edges look set and slightly crispy, and the centers still feel soft when lightly tapped.
- Let the ramekins rest in the air fryer for 1 minute, then carefully remove them with a thick dish towel or oven mitts.
- Run a sharp knife around the inside edge of each ramekin to loosen the cakes.
- Place a serving plate over each ramekin, invert, then lift off the ramekin.
- Dust the tops with confectioners sugar and serve warm.
Notes
- Use high quality chocolate for the best flavor and a smooth molten center.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour to keep the texture light and tender.
- Every air fryer runs slightly differently, so check the cakes at 8 minutes for the ideal molten center.
- You can assemble the batter in the ramekins, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours, then bring to room temperature for 15 minutes before air frying.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour to keep the texture light and tender.
- Every air fryer runs slightly differently, so check the cakes at 8 minutes for the ideal molten center.
- You can assemble the batter in the ramekins, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours, then bring to room temperature for 15 minutes before air frying.
