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Moelleux au Chocolat

Indulge in Moelleux au Chocolat: Ultimate Chocolate Bliss

Experience the heavenly Moelleux au Chocolat, a French dessert that delivers a molten chocolate center in every slice.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 150 g Unsalted Butter At room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 200 g Good-Quality Dark Chocolate (70%) For deep chocolate flavor.
  • 50 g Cocoa Powder Sifted to avoid lumps.
  • 150 g Caster Sugar Regular granulated sugar can be used.
  • 4 large Eggs Separated for fluffiness.
For Serving (Optional)
  • 4 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream To complement the rich chocolate.
  • 200 g Whipped Cream For texture contrast.
  • 100 g Fresh Berries Raspberries or cherries recommended.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform tin
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C Fan (355°F Fan) and butter a 9-inch springform tin, lining the bottom with baking paper.
  2. Chop the dark chocolate and combine it with unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave until smooth.
  3. Sift cocoa powder and salt into the chocolate mixture and stir until combined.
  4. Whisk egg yolks with half of the caster sugar until light and creamy.
  5. In a clean bowl, whisk egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar and whisk until glossy and stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the whipped egg yolks, then gently fold in the whipped egg whites.
  7. Pour two-thirds of the batter into the prepared tin and bake for about 25 minutes.
  8. Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes, spread reserved batter on top, and return to oven for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  9. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum indulgence, serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream for a truly delightful experience.

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