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Ingredients
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Chocolate Lava Cake
Fruit Tart
Method
Chocolate Lava Cake
- 1
Prepare the Chocolate Mixture
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). In a double boiler, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together until smooth. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until light and fluffy. Gradually fold in the melted chocolate mixture, then add the vanilla extract and flour. Mix until just combined.
- 3
- 4
Bake
Place the ramekins on a baking tray and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
- 5
Serve
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then invert onto plates. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Fruit Tart
- 6
Make the Tart Shell
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until crumbly. Add the egg yolk and knead until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- 7
- 8
Prepare the Filling
In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and vanilla extract until just simmering. In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin powder in water. Once the cream is hot, remove from heat and whisk in the gelatin until dissolved.
- 9
Assemble the Tart
Pour the cream mixture into the cooled tart shell. Arrange the mixed berries on top. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- 10
Serve
Once set, slice the tart and serve chilled. Enjoy your refreshing fruit tart!