Melting Chocolate Puddings

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Decadent Melting Chocolate Puddings recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

494

Sugar

30g

Fat

38g

Melting Chocolate Puddings are the ultimate dessert for chocoholics. These individual-sized puddings are rich, gooey, and intensely chocolatey, with a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. They're perfect for a romantic dinner at home or a dinner party with friends. These puddings are a breeze to make and can be prepared in advance, making them great for entertaining.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease 8 ramekins.
2.	Melt the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Once melted, add the brandy and set aside to cool.
3.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract until pale and thickened.
4.	Fold in the cooled chocolate mixture and sift in the flour, mixing until well combined.
5.	5.Divide the mixture between the prepared ramekins and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the puddings have risen and formed a crust on top.
6.	Remove from the oven and let it cool for 1 minute before turning them out onto serving plates.
7.	Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
8.

PROS

These individual-sized puddings are perfect for a dinner party or a romantic dessert for two.
They’re rich and dense, with plenty of chocolate flavor.

CONS

They’re high in calories and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

Make sure to follow the instructions carefully so that they turn out perfectly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these puddings are not particularly healthy, dark chocolate has been linked to a variety of health benefits when consumed in moderation. It’s high in antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation, and it may also help improve heart health and lower blood pressure.

	7 ounces dark chocolate
	7 ounces butter ( diced )
	2 tablespoons brandy
	4 ounces golden caster sugar
	4 eggs
	4 egg yolks
	1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
	2 1/2 ounces plain flour