Best 4 Chocolate Coulant Recipes

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Chocolate coulant, also known as chocolate lava cake, is a delectable dessert that captivates taste buds with its warm, molten chocolate center. This irresistible treat is often served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, creating a delightful contrast between the hot and cold textures. The key to a successful chocolate coulant lies in the precise balance of ingredients and the careful timing of the baking process. In this article, we will explore the art of creating the perfect chocolate coulant, providing step-by-step instructions, tips to achieve the ideal texture, and variations to suit different preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of this indulgent dessert.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE COULANT



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Also called Chocolate Molten Cake or in French is Coulant au Chocolat. Is a mini cake with a melted inside. When you cut the cake, the melted chocolate will fall to the plate. Easy and delicious! Please note that the recipe is in grams (weight).

Provided by Yarelicar

Categories     Dessert

Time 36m

Yield 12 mini cakes, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

300 g butter
380 g dark chocolate (60%)
150 g sugar
130 g flour (sifted)
7 eggs
1 egg yolk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven at 425 °F (225 °C).
  • Grease individual molds with butter.
  • Melt chocolate in microwave.
  • Mix ingredients: flour, sugar, butter room temperature, eggs, melted chocolate. Bring all together with a whisk.
  • Fill in all 12 individual molds, each should weight about 110 grams.
  • Put inside oven about 6 minutes, until the top is just done. Be carefull not to overcook.
  • Take out of oven and put in a plate, unmold.
  • Serve with whipped cream or ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.4, Fat 39.9, SaturatedFat 24.1, Cholesterol 175.8, Sodium 227.4, Carbohydrate 30.5, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 12.9, Protein 9.3

CHOCOLATE FONDANT



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A gooey prepare-ahead dessert that's perfect for entertaining - it's all a matter of timing...

Provided by Gordon Ramsay

Time 1h

Yield Makes 9 fondants

Number Of Ingredients 8

50g melted butter, for brushing
cocoa powder, for dusting
200g good-quality dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces
200g butter, in small pieces
200g golden caster sugar
4 eggs and 4 yolks
200g plain flour
Caramel sauce (see 'Goes well with') and vanilla ice cream or orange sorbet, to serve

Steps:

  • First get your moulds ready. Using upward strokes, heavily brush melted butter (use 50g in total) all over the inside of the pudding mould. Place the mould in the fridge or freezer. Brush more melted butter over the chilled butter, then add a good spoonful of cocoa powder into the mould. Tip the mould so the powder completely coats the butter. Tap any excess cocoa back into the jar, then repeat with the next mould.
  • Place a bowl over a pan of barely simmering water, then slowly melt 200g good-quality dark chocolate and 200g butter, both chopped into small pieces, together. Remove the bowl from the heat and stir until smooth. Leave to cool for about 10 mins.
  • In a separate bowl whisk 4 eggs and 4 egg yolks together with 200g golden caster sugar until thick and pale and the whisk leaves a trail; use an electric whisk if you want. Sift 200g plain flour into the eggs, then beat together.
  • Pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture in thirds, beating well between each addition, until all the chocolate is added and the mixture is completely combined to a loose cake batter.
  • Tip the fondant batter into a jug, then evenly divide between the moulds. The fondants can now be frozen for up to a month and cooked from frozen. Chill for at least 20 mins or up to the night before. To bake from frozen, simply carry on as stated, adding 5 mins more to the cooking time.
  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Place the fondants on a baking tray, then cook for 10-12 mins until the tops have formed a crust and they are starting to come away from the sides of their moulds. Remove from the oven, then leave to sit for 1 min before turning out.
  • Loosen the fondants by moving the tops very gently so they come away from the sides, easing them out of the moulds. Tip each fondant slightly onto your hand so you know it has come away, then tip back into the mould ready to plate up.
  • Starting from the middle of each plate, squeeze a spiral of caramel sauce - do all the plates you need before you go on to the next stage.
  • Sit a fondant in the middle of each plate. Using a large spoon dipped in hot water, scoop a 'quenelle' of ice cream.
  • Carefully place the ice cream on top of the fondant, then serve immediately. Repeat with the rest of the fondants.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Fat 40 grams fat, SaturatedFat 21 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 52 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 30 grams sugar, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.55 milligram of sodium

CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE (COULANT AU CHOCOLAT)



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Make and share this Chocolate Lava Cake (Coulant Au Chocolat) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wade in Indianapolis

Categories     European

Time 50m

Yield 4 dishes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

125 g dark chocolate (70% cacao)
90 g butter
3 eggs
80 g sugar
30 g flour

Steps:

  • Melt the butter (90g) and chocolate (125g) in a double boiler.
  • Beat the egg whites (3) with the sugar (80g) until stiff.
  • Add the yolks (3) and flour (30g) to the chocolate mixture.
  • Butter and sugar individual molds.
  • Fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
  • Pour mixture into the molds and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
  • You can leave the molds in the refrigerator and just cook at the last moment.
  • Place into a preheated 200 CELSIUS oven for about 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.2, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 22.8, Cholesterol 187.6, Sodium 220.8, Carbohydrate 35.3, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 20.4, Protein 9.7

CHOCOLATE COBBLER



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Rich, wonderful old-timey like cobbler!!!! Great for potlucks and get-togethers. Fast, easy and always a hit! Great with ice cream!!

Provided by dylansmom

Categories     Desserts     Cobbler Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons butter
1 cup self-rising flour
¾ cup white sugar
1 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Melt butter in an 8x8 inch baking dish while the oven preheats.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, 3/4 cup sugar, and 1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa. Stir in milk and vanilla until smooth. Spoon this batter over the melted butter in the baking dish.
  • Stir together the remaining cup of sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa powder. Sprinkle over the batter. Slowly pour boiling water over the top of the mixture.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until set. Serve slightly warm with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.6 calories, Carbohydrate 58.1 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 268.2 mg, Sugar 44.6 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: This is the most important ingredient in a chocolate coulant, so don't skimp. Use a chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the batter tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the batter rest: This will allow the flavors to develop and the batter to thicken.
  • Bake the coulants at a high temperature for a short time: This will create a crispy outer shell and a molten center.
  • Let the coulants cool for a few minutes before serving: This will help the centers to set.

Conclusion:

Chocolate coulants are a delicious and impressive dessert that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect chocolate coulants at home. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give chocolate coulants a try.

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