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    Easy Toaster Oven Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe

    LAST UPDATED: Sep 16, 2020 · PUBLISHED: Sep 13, 2020 · BY: Sydney · 2 Comments

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    Individual chocolate cakes on pink serving plate.

    This toaster oven chocolate fudge cake recipe is so easy and turns out great every time. This moist and rich cake tastes even better topped with slices of fresh fruit, ice cream, or whipped cream.

    My toaster oven is the Breville Smart Oven and it's amazing. I can cook everything from toast to roasts.

    delicious toaster oven chocolate fudge cake
    Can bake a cake in a toaster oven?

    es, you can, but it depends on the toaster oven. Most are now countertop models that really can replace a full-size oven. ever since I bought my Breville I have rarely used my built-in oven. These are actually great for baking because the temperature is accurate and consistent. I own the Breville Smart Oven.

    Ingredients Notes

    • Chocolate Chips - Guittard is my go-to for chocolate baking chips. Semi-sweet chips in either dark or milk chocolate work great. There are only a few ingredients in the recipe so use the best quality chocolate that's within your budget.
    • Butter - use real butter, salted.
    • Flour - use a basic all-purpose flour. My preference is King Arthur but any all-purpose does the job.
    • Espresso Powder - if you don't have this, you can leave it out. The espresso powder bumps up the chocolate taste and King Arthur flour makes a nice product and it's inexpensive.
    • Vanilla Extract - My kitchen uses the classic McCormick's vanilla extract just like my Mom baked with. To bump it up try using a vanilla paste substituting 1:1.
    • Eggs - large eggs
    • You can make these in individual tartlet pans or in a cake pan

    Recipe Directions

    1. Preheat toaster oven on the "Bake" function to 400 degrees.
    2. Line the bottom of 4 individual tartlet pans with parchment paper and lightly spray the sides with oil like Bake-Kleen. Place the prepared pans on a quarter sheet pan or other size that fits in your toaster oven. If your oven is small you may need to bake in two batches.
    3. In a medium microwave-safe bowl melt the chocolate and butter in a microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between melted and smooth. My microwave is a small 750-watt version and it takes me 2 minutes using 20-second intervals to completely melt the chocolate. Make sure all the chocolate is melted and smooth.
    4. When melted remove from microwave and set aside.
    5. While the chocolate is cooling, beat the eggs on medium-low until frothy, then beat high speed until the eggs are light and fluffy and have tripled in volume.
    6. Stir in the flour and espresso powder into the chocolate mixture.
    7. Fold the chocolate into the egg mixture.
    8. Pour the batter dividing evenly, into the tartlet pans and bake for 15 minutes. The top should be firm and the middle will be soft like a mousse while the outer edges are firm,
    9. Cool the cake in the tartlet pans for 30 minutes before removing it. Chill slightly before serving.

    Tip

    Don't skip spraying the sides of the tart pans with Bak-Kleen or another non-stick baking spray, otherwise, the cakes might stick making it more difficult to remove from the pans.

    Can I make this recipe is a regular oven?

    Yes, increase the heat to 425 degrees, you may need to bake for 2-5 minutes longer depending on your oven.

    What type of pans do you use in a toaster oven?

    Some portable toaster oven comes with compact Bakeware specifically to fit the smaller size. Newer convection style portable ovens can fit usually accommodate normal-sized bakeware. My Breville Smart Oven will fit an 8 x 8 casserole dish. A quarter sheet pan fits nicely in the Breville, however, a smaller oven may only fit a ⅛ sheet pan.

    Individual chocolate cakes baking in countertop oven.

    Toaster Oven Chocolate Fudge Cake

    An easy to make rich, moist and fudgy dessert.
    4.50 from 8 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Cool & Chill Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 379kcal
    Author:Sydney Dawes

    Ingredients

    • 1⅓ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
    • 5 tablespoons butter
    • 2 eggs
    • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 tablespoon flour
    • 1 teaspoon espresso powder

    Instructions

    • Preheat toaster oven on the "Bake" function to 400 degrees.
    • Line the bottom of 4 individual tartlet pans with parchment paper and lightly spray the sides with oil like Bake-Kleen. Place the prepared pans on a quarter sheet pan or other size that fits in your toaster oven. If your oven is small you may need to bake in two batches.
    • In a medium microwave-safe bowl melt the chocolate and butter in a microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between melted and smooth. My microwave is a small 750-watt version and it takes me 2 minutes using 20-second intervals to completely melt the chocolate. Make sure all the chocolate is melted and smooth.
    • When melted remove from microwave and set aside.
    • While the chocolate is cooling, beat the eggs on medium-low until frothy, then beat high speed until the eggs are light and fluffy and have tripled in volume.
    • Stir in the flour and espresso powder into the chocolate mixture.
    • Fold the chocolate into the egg mixture.
    • Pour the batter dividing evenly, into the tartlet pans and bake for 15 minutes. The top should be firm and the middle will be soft like a mousse while the outer edges are firm,
    • Cool the cake in the tartlet pans for 30 minutes before removing it. Chill slightly before serving.

    Notes

    Top with whipped cream or strawberry ice cream.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 379kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 131mg | Sodium: 155mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g

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    1. Diana

      January 01, 2021 at 11:29 am

      What brand of countertop oven do you use

      Reply
      • Sydney

        January 03, 2021 at 3:31 am

        Hi Diana,

        I use the Breville Smart Oven and love it.

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