Best 4 Easy Chocolate Fondant Recipes

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Chocolate fondant, also known as lava cake, is a decadent and indulgent dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with a molten center. The contrast between the crisp, caramelized exterior and the gooey, velvety interior makes this treat an absolute delight for chocolate lovers. With its impressive appearance and relatively simple preparation, chocolate fondant is a perfect choice for special occasions or a delightful treat to enjoy on a cozy night in. Delve into our curated selection of easy chocolate fondant recipes, where you'll find step-by-step guides and tips to create this irresistible dessert in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE FONDANTS



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It doesn't get much more indulgent than these classic melt-in-the-middle chocolate desserts, serve them at your next dinner party

Provided by Caroline Waldegrave

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield Makes 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

120g unsalted butter, diced, plus 20g melted for greasing
2 tbsp cocoa powder
120g dark chocolate, broken into pieces
2 eggs and 2 egg yolks
120g caster sugar
1 tbsp plain flour, sifted
clotted cream or vanilla ice cream, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and put a baking tray on the middle shelf. Brush the inside of 5 dariole or pudding moulds with the melted butter, then put the cocoa in one and turn it to coat the inside, holding it over the second mould to catch any that escapes. Repeat with the other moulds.
  • Put the butter and chocolate in a heatproof bowl, set over, but not touching, a pan of simmering water and stir occasionally until melted. allow to cool slightly.
  • Using electric beaters, whisk together the whole eggs, yolks, sugar and a pinch of salt until pale and moussey (the mixture should almost double in volume), this will take 3-4 mins. Gently fold in the melted chocolate and butter, and then the flour, being careful not to knock out too much air. Spoon into the prepared moulds, stopping just shy of the top. Chill for at least 1 hr.
  • Put on a hot baking tray and cook for 12-14 mins until the tops are set and coming away from the sides of the moulds. Stand for 30 secs, then serve in the moulds or turn out onto plates. Great with clotted cream or plain ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606 calories, Fat 44 grams fat, SaturatedFat 24 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 45 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 37 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

DELICIOUS CHOCOLATE FONDANT



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An amazing French fondant. It's easy to make, but looks and tastes like you are a professional chef. The quality of chocolate is the most important factor to the success of this recipe. Make sure you don't overcook it, because it is essential that the center remains wobbly. You will impress people with it for sure.

Provided by A2A

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Dark Chocolate

Time 4h55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ¼ (4 ounce) bars dark baking chocolate
1 cup butter
1 ½ tablespoons butter
6 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups white sugar
⅔ cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Place chocolate and 1 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Beat eggs, vanilla, and salt together in a bowl using an electric mixer until creamy. Add sugar; blend well. Stir in chocolate-butter mixture with a spoon. Add flour, about 2 tablespoons at a time, mixing well after each addition until fondant mixture is smooth.
  • Butter a 9-inch round pan. Pour the fondant mixture evenly into the pan; cover with aluminum foil. Freeze until firm, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 356 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Bake the fondant in the preheated oven until sides are firm and center is still liquid, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 138.5 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 204.1 mg, Sugar 31.1 g

CHOCOLATE FONDANT



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These are decadent French chocolate wonders. Hardly any flour and unbelievably easy to do. Sometimes I make them toward the end of dinner when unexpected friends drop in. Straight from the oven, they will be runny in the center (on purpose). Eat while still warm. These will not have the same impact cold on the next day.

Provided by Lynn Pennec

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Time 38m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 ½ tablespoons butter
4 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
⅓ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3 eggs
4 milk chocolate candy kisses (such as Hershey's Kisses®)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C). Butter and flour a large 4-cup muffin tin.
  • Melt butter and semisweet chocolate in a small saucepan over low heat; stir until smooth and shiny, about 3 minutes.
  • Mix 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar and flour together in a bowl. Add eggs 1 at a time. Add butter-chocolate mixture gradually; stir until well combined. Pour evenly into the prepared muffin cups; add a candy kiss in the center of each one, making sure it is covered by the chocolate mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until mostly set but still runny in the center, about 10 minutes. Allow to cool before eating, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 83.6 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 64 mg, Sugar 17 g

WHITE CHOCOLATE FONDANT



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I was looking for a white chocolate fondant for my wedding cake and found this Candy Clay recipe which works great for a fondant http://www.baking911.com/recipes/cakes/candyclay.htm. I've used this on numerous cakes and have perfected the use as a fondant. Every person that's tried it said that it's the best fondant they've ever eaten. You can substitute dark chocolate for the white chocolate, and it tastes exactly like tootsie rolls. I used this for molding a monkey topper for a wedding cake. This recipe is so quick, easy, and tasty, there's no reason not to try it! Once you do, you'll never try another fondant again!

Provided by Schooter

Categories     Candy

Time 15m

Yield 1 cover for 8 inch 2-layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 2

14 ounces white chocolate
1/3 cup light corn syrup (Karo)

Steps:

  • Melt white chocolate in a double boiler.
  • Transfer white chocolate to a bowl and stir in syrup.
  • It will look like the syrup is separating from the mix, but cover it with saran wrap and let sit 24 hours.
  • After 24 hrs, it will be hard, but knead until smooth. You can put it briefly in the microwave to make it easier to get out of the bowl. Sometimes lumps have formed, but if you keep kneading you can get these out. Knead a small portion at a time if it's more manageable. If it gets too soft, refrigerate briefly. Do not over work mixture as it becomes oily.
  • Using a rolling pin, roll out to approximately 1/8 inch thickness onto a Roll & Cut Mat (or nonstick paper like wax paper) using powdered sugar or cornstarch to prevent sticking.
  • To Tint: Add Wilton gel color to fondant and knead in color until well blended.
  • To Store: Wrap with saran wrap and place in a sealed bag or container and store in the refrigerator or at room temperature until ready for use.
  • Note: Preparation time does not include the 24 hour hold.

Tips:

  • For a gooey center, bake the fondant for 10-12 minutes. For a more well-done center, bake for 12-14 minutes.
  • Make sure the oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking. If the oven is too hot, the fondant will overcook and become dry.
  • Use good quality chocolate. The better the chocolate, the better the fondant will taste.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixed batter will make the fondant tough.
  • Let the fondant cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help the center to set.
  • Serve the fondant with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

Chocolate fondant is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its rich chocolate flavor and gooey center, chocolate fondant is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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