Ingredients
- 200g dark chocolate, chopped
- 120g unsalted butter
- 150g caster sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- 50g plain flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Butter for greasing ramekins
- Cocoa powder for dusting ramekins
Optional for serving:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Fresh raspberries
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust with cocoa powder.
- Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until slightly thickened.
- Add vanilla extract and slowly pour in the melted chocolate mixture while whisking gently.
- Sift in the flour and salt, then fold carefully until combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins.
- Place ramekins on a baking tray and bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are firm but the center remains soft.
- Let the fondants rest for 1 minute before turning them onto serving plates.
- Serve immediately with ice cream or fresh berries.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
- Avoid overbaking to keep the center gooey.
- Batter can be refrigerated for several hours before baking.
- For extra richness, add a small piece of chocolate in the center before baking.
- Baking times may vary slightly depending on oven performance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian