Chocolate Fondant Recipe

Fondant Preparation

1. 1

   Melt Chocolate and Butter

   In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir occasionally until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

2. 2

   Whisk Eggs and Sugar

   In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and large eggs until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.

3. 3

   Combine Mixtures

   Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar mixture until well combined.

4. 4

   Add Flour and Vanilla

   Sift the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt directly into the chocolate mixture. Add the vanilla extract. Gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

5. 5

   Prepare Ramekins

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder or flour to prevent sticking.

6. 6

   Fill Ramekins

   Divide the fondant batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.

7. 7

   Bake Fondants

   Place the ramekins on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.

8. 8

   Cool and Serve

   Remove from the oven and let the fondants cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate to release the fondant. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.