Cafe Patou Chocolate Ecstasy Recipe
molten chocolate cake. whipped cream. vanilla ice cream
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Whipped Cream Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a pot of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from cooking.
- 5
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, gently folding the mixture until just combined.
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 7
Bake
Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate.
Whipped Cream Preparation
- 9
Whip Cream
In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
Serving Suggestions
- 10
Plate and Serve
Serve the molten chocolate cake warm, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.