Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate dessert with this Chocolate Fondant recipe! With a crisp exterior and a rich, molten center, this fondant is pure decadence. Perfect for dinner parties or a personal treat, it’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Follow these steps to create a flawless chocolate fondant every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g dark chocolate (70% cocoa) 🍫
- 100g unsalted butter, softened 🧈
- 4 large eggs 🥚
- 100g granulated sugar
- 50g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Butter and cocoa powder for greasing ramekins
Instructions
Prepare the Oven & Molds 🔥
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
Melt the Chocolate & Butter 🍫🧈
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate and butter over a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals. Stir until smooth.
Whisk Eggs & Sugar 🥚🍚
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
Combine the Mixtures 🎂
- Slowly pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
- Gently fold in the flour and vanilla extract. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light.
Fill the Ramekins 🏺
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins, filling them about ¾ full.
Bake to Perfection ⏳
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center remains soft.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 1 minute before unmolding.
Cool & Serve 🍓
- Run a knife around the edges and carefully invert onto plates.
- Dust with powdered sugar, garnish with berries, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare the batter, fill the ramekins, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake when ready to serve.
- For Extra Molten Centers: Add a small piece of frozen chocolate ganache to the center before baking.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh raspberries for a balanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fondant
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg