Chocolate Fondant Recipe

Preparing the Chocolate Fondant

1. 1

   Melt the Chocolate and Butter

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

2. 2

   Mix Sugar and Eggs

   In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.

3. 3

   Combine Mixtures

   Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar mixture while whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from cooking.

4. 4

   Add Dry Ingredients

   Sift in the all-purpose flour and add the pinch of salt and vanilla extract. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5. 5

   Prepare Ramekins

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Grease four individual ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.

6. 6

   Fill Ramekins

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

7. 7

   Bake

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

8. 8

   Cool and Serve

   Remove from the oven and let the fondants sit for 1-2 minutes. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate, allowing the fondant to fall out. Serve immediately with scoops of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries if desired.