Chocolate Fondant Recipe
Warm chocolate cake with a molten center.
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
Serving Suggestions
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt together over a pot of simmering water (bain-marie) or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
Batter Preparation
- 3
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until pale and frothy, about 3-5 minutes.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly until fully combined.
- 5
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the all-purpose flour, add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Baking
- 6
Fill Ramekins
Divide the cake batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
- 8
Cool Slightly
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes before inverting onto plates.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Fondant
Dust the warm chocolate fondants with powdered sugar. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries.