Chocolate pecan fondants

Vegetarian
Health score
11%
Chocolate pecan fondants
40 min.
2
778kcal

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Indulge your senses with these exquisite chocolate pecan fondants, a decadent dessert that perfectly balances richness and elegance. In just 40 minutes, you can create a luscious treat that will impress your friends, family, or that special someone. Imagine cracking open a warm, gooey chocolate shell to reveal a molten center that flows like silky lava—it's pure bliss!

Perfectly suited for vegetarians, this recipe uses high-quality dark chocolate, bringing a deep, intense flavor that chocolate lovers crave. The addition of finely chopped toasted pecan nuts adds a delightful crunch and a nutty aroma, enhancing the overall experience. With a preparation that's straightforward yet results in an incredibly indulgent dessert, even novice bakers can shine in the kitchen!

Whether you’re looking to savor a quiet evening at home or celebrate a special occasion, these fondants are versatile enough to serve as a stunning side dish for a dinner party or a cozy night in. Pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you've got yourself a dessert that feels as luxurious as dining at a five-star restaurant. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a taste of heaven—these chocolate pecan fondants are a must-try!

Ingredients

  • 50 butter for greasing
  • 150 bar chocolate dark 50% chopped fine ( cocoa solids is )
  •  eggs beaten
  • tbsp flour plain
  • tbsp pecan nuts toasted chopped finely
  • tbsp golden caster sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas
  2. Butter 2 individual pudding basins (about 200ml capacity), then dust generously with cocoa powder. Melt the chocolate with the butter in a bowl over simmering water or in a microwave and stir until smooth. Gradually stir in the egg, then flour, nuts, sugar and a pinch of salt, and beat gently until everything is combined, but still runny.
  3. Divide the mixture between the pudding basins. These can now be chilled for up to a day ahead.
  4. Bake for 15 mins (or 18 mins if chilled). Turn out onto small plates and serve with ice cream. Fondants should be cooked on the outside and molten in the middle.

Nutrition Facts

Calories778kcal
Protein5.35%
Fat70.46%
Carbs24.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
79
Glycemic Load
10.23
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.02304332671%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.07mg
Delphinidin
0.73mg
Catechin
0.72mg
Epigallocatechin
0.56mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:778.41kcal
38.92%
Fat:61.61g
94.79%
Saturated Fat:32.53g
203.34%
Carbohydrates:47.6g
15.87%
Net Carbohydrates:38.26g
13.91%
Sugar:24.33g
27.03%
Cholesterol:137.84mg
45.95%
Sodium:208.82mg
9.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:60mg
20%
Protein:10.53g
21.05%
Manganese:1.97mg
98.61%
Copper:1.47mg
73.7%
Iron:9.96mg
55.33%
Magnesium:188.43mg
47.11%
Fiber:9.34g
37.35%
Phosphorus:316.6mg
31.66%
Zinc:3.3mg
21.97%
Selenium:15.1µg
21.57%
Potassium:629.61mg
17.99%
Vitamin A:778.4IU
15.57%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.8%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.69%
Vitamin E:1.4mg
9.32%
Calcium:86.18mg
8.62%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.05%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.47%
Vitamin K:7.66µg
7.3%
Vitamin B3:1.38mg
6.92%
Folate:27.08µg
6.77%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.67%
Vitamin D:0.44µg
2.93%