Chocolate fondant, also known as lava cake, is a globally cherished dessert. Often confused with soufflé, which is made from chocolate patisserie and meringue, fondant is distinctively simpler and quicker to prepare. This dessert is an absolute showstopper - easy to make, yet impressively luxurious.
Why You'll Love This:
- Easy Preparation: Unlike its more complex cousin, the soufflé, chocolate fondant is straightforward and requires basic baking skills.
- Rich Flavor: The intense chocolatey core offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
- Versatility: Serve it with cold ice cream and fresh strawberries for a balanced and elegant dessert.
- Ingredients for 6 servings:
- 150g dark chocolate
- 150g butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 whole eggs + 2 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup flour
- Preparation:
- Prepare Fondant Molds: Grease the fondant molds with butter and dust with flour, shaking off excess. This ensures easy removal after baking.
- Chocolate Mixture: Melt the butter and dark chocolate together, either using a bain-marie or in short bursts in the microwave.
- Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar.
- Combine: Add the melted chocolate to the egg mixture and blend well. Sift in the flour and mix until combined.
- Fill Molds: Pour the mixture into the molds, filling them to about 3/4 of their height.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 190°C with a fan (turbo mode). Bake for about 8-10 minutes. Keep an eye on the oven towards the end of baking - the center should be wobbly, but the edges more set.
- Serving: Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Best served with cold ice cream and fresh strawberries.
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