Molten Chocolate Cakes

Notes

• The supplied scan is the classic Baker's/Kraft formulation. The batter may be prepared one day ahead and refrigerated; chilled batter may require careful doneness checking.
• The handwritten note says doubling or tripling is easier when made as separate batches of four. This is sensible because the short bake is sensitive to ramekin size, batter temperature, and oven loading.
• Scaling: for 2 cakes use 0.5x; for 6 use 1.5x; for 8 use 2x; for 12 use 3x; for 18 use 4.5x; for 24 use 6x. Prepare in batches of four where practical. Keep the oven at 425°F (220°C), use identical ramekins, and do not multiply the 13-14 minute baking time.