Steamed Chocolate Cake Recipe

Grease 2 (4-inch) heatproof bowls or mugs. Set aside.

Sift cake flour, cocoa powder, and salt into a bowl.

Cream butter and sugar in another bowl using a wooden spoon until smooth. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined. Add flour mixture and milk; mix until well combined.

Divide batter between prepared bowls. Top each with 1 tablespoon chopped chocolate. Cover with parchment paper and foil.

Place bowls inside a large lidded pan over high heat. Fill pan with water until halfway up the bowls. Cover and steam for 18 to 20 minutes or until firm. Remove bowls from the pan and place on a wire rack to cool slightly.

Make the chocolate ganache: Mix chocolate and cream in a microwaveable bowl. Microwave on low at 30-second intervals until chocolate is melted. Let cool.

Pour ganache over bowls. Serve warm, topped with whipped cream or ice cream. Garnish with nuts and chocolate shavings, if using.