Chocolate Fondant Recipe

Preparation Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

2. 2

   Prepare the Baking Dishes

   Grease four ramekins or small oven-safe dishes with butter and dust with flour. This will help the fondant release easily after baking.

3. 3

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave in short bursts (15-20 seconds), stirring until smooth.

4. 4

   Mix Sugar and Eggs

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and large eggs until the mixture is light and fluffy.

5. 5

   Combine Mixtures

   Once the chocolate and butter are melted and slightly cooled, add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Gradually fold in the sugar and egg mixture until well combined.

6. 6

   Add Flour

   Sift the all-purpose flour over the chocolate mixture and gently fold it in until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

7. 7

   Fill Ramekins

   Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about ¾ full.

8. 8

   Bake the Fondant

   Place the ramekins on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes. The edges should be set, but the center should still be soft and slightly jiggly.

9. 9

   Cool and Serve

   Remove from the oven and let them sit for 1-2 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert onto plates to serve. Enjoy immediately for that molten center!