Hot Chocolate Fondant

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 160degrees celcius.

2. 2

   Butter two large ramekins, about 7.5cm in diameter, then dust liberally with cocoa, shaking out any excess.

3. 3

   Slowly melt the chocolate and butter in a small bowl set over a pan of hot water, then take off the heat and stir until smooth.

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   Leave to cool for 10 minutes.

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   Using an electric whisk, whisk the whole egg, egg yolk and sugar together until pale and thick, then incorporate the chocolate mixture.

7. 7

   Sift the flour over the mixture and gently fold in, using a large metal spoon.

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   Divide between the ramekins and bake for 12 minutes.

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   5.

10. 10

    Turn the chocolate fondants out on to warmed plates.

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    Dust the tops with icing sugar and serve with a spoonful of vanilla ice cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.