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VALRHONA CHOCOLATE CAKE
Recipe By : TASTE SHOW #TS0064
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cakes
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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5 1/2 ounces imported bittersweet chocolate , -- coarsely chopped
11 tablespoons unsalted butter, -- cut in large pieces
3 large eggs
3 large egg yolks
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Vanilla ice cream
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Butter and flour six, 6 ounces custard
cups.
Place chocolate and butter in a metal bowl and set it over a pan of
simmering water. Stir until melted and smooth. Cool slightly.
Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs, yolks and sugar until they are pale
and thick, about 10 minutes. Reduce the speed and gradually mix in the
flour.
Add the chocolate mixture to the flour mixture and continue to beat until
thick and glossy, about 5 minutes.
Divide among the prepared cups. Add 1 tablespoon. chopped chocolate. Bake
until the cake is set around the edges but the center moves slightly when
the cup is moved, about 12 minutes. Cool slightly.
Run a sharp knife around the edges of the cups. Turn out onto plates and
serve with warm ice cream.
6 servings.
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