ALMOND CHOCOLATE CAKES

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I serve this variation of chocolate cake often and it is always a hit. It is almost like a steamed pudding, served warm and topped with whipped cream or ice cream. The chocolate-praline flavor comes through nicely.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons half-and-half cream
1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
BATTER:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup milk

Steps:

Combine the brown sugar, butter and cream; divide between two greased 10-oz. ramekins or custard cups. Sprinkle with almonds. , In a small bowl, beat sugar and butter until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda; add to sugar mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Divide between ramekins. Place on a baking sheet. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto dessert plates. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 837 calories, Fat 37g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 178mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 118g carbohydrate (89g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.