Melting Embrace (Étreinte fondante)

Étreinte fondante (Melting Embrace) is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of Nouvelle cuisine with a touch of elegance. This recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner or a special occasion.

Melting Embrace (Étreinte fondante)

Ingredients

  • 200g of high-quality dark chocolate
  • 150g of unsalted butter
  • 100g of sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 50g of all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar.
  4. Beat the eggs into the chocolate mixture one at a time.
  5. Gently fold in the flour until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Baking dish Heatproof bowl

Tools

Pot for simmering water Mixing spoon Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the Étreinte fondante with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips & tricks

For an extra touch of elegance, dust the dessert with powdered sugar before serving.

Cost

$15