Chocolate fondants with a molten middle
Little chocolate puddings with a spoonful of hot liquid chocolate in the centre.
- Time35 min
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.54 a head
- Oven200°C (180°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Butter four ramekins well and dust the insides with cocoa.
- 2
Melt the chocolate and butter together in a bowl over simmering water. Stir smooth and cool slightly.
- 3
Whisk the eggs, yolks and sugar for 3 minutes until pale and thick.
- 4
Fold in the chocolate mix, then the flour.
- 5
Divide between the ramekins and bake for 11 minutes. The edges should be set and the middle still wobbly.
11 min - 6
Rest for 1 minute, run a knife round and turn out onto plates. Serve right away.
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