Chocolate Pudding Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Butter six 1 1/4-cup souffle dishes or custard cups.
3. 3
   Combine butter and 3/4 cup water in heavy large saucepan over high heat.
4. 4
   Bring to boil, stirring until butter melts.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Add chocolate, sugar, coffee and salt; stir until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth.
7. 7
   Stir in rum and vanilla.
8. 8
   Beat eggs in large bowl to blend; gradually whisk in chocolate mixture.
9. 9
   Divide chocolate mixture among prepared dishes.
10. 10
    Bake until edges of cakes crack slightly but center 2 inches remain soft and glossy, about 25 minutes.
11. 11
    Serve cakes warm, topped with vanilla ice cream, if desired.