Comments on: Fondant Au Chocolat – Love At First Bite

By: Jess

Jess — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 07:50:11 +0000

They look divine! I’m thinking of making them for a dinner of 8 next weekend. Would I need to double the recipe for 125ml ramekins?

By: Eem

Eem — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 01:27:31 +0000

Wow! This looks amazing, I must try making it =)
I just have a question, for how long can you leave the batter in the freezer?

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Wherein chocolat is hardly foreign — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 01:14:40 +0000

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By: Styx and Chocolate Cake « Cassidy Tuttle Photography

Styx and Chocolate Cake « Cassidy Tuttle Photography — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 16:22:30 +0000

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By: Dhale @ Culinary Musings

Dhale @ Culinary Musings — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:45:52 +0000

@Chris: Thank you SO much! The ramekins I used had a radius of 3 1/2 inches and a depth of 2 in. But I only filled them up 3/4 full. The cooking time is the other tricky pat to achieving the “ooze” effect. I’m actually working with a teenie tiny toaster oven and after numerous trials, I’ve found that 13 minutes works the best. You’ll have to get a feel for the strength of your oven and adjust the cooking time. I also learned that it’s time to take them out just when the center looks about set but still a little wobbly. Then I let it cool on a rack in the ramekin for another 2 minutes before I flip them over.

Glad to see you’ll continue to make this super decadent dessert. And I’m positive you’ll perfect the “ooze” effect

By: Dhale @ Culinary Musings

Dhale @ Culinary Musings — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:13:10 +0000

@Sasha: Glad I found it and still oh so envious of your supersize kitchen! Thanks for dropping by

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 06:06:31 +0000

wow they look absolutely amazing!

i’m just wondering what size ramekins did you use? i tried making this recipe and i think mine are a bit smaller than yours so i didn’t get the “ooze” effect. but thanks so much for this recipe, i’m definitely making this for any nice dinners i have

By: Sasha

Sasha — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:36:39 +0000

Thanks for stopping by my blog. this chocolate cake looks decadent and delicious. I love your blog as well!

Sasha

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Diigo bookmarks 02/16/2010 « Jill’s Place — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:30:17 +0000

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By: vicky

vicky — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:40:20 +0000

WOW! I have got to try and make that one night!

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Foodwhirl » Positively Decadent: Fondant Au Chocolat — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 13:08:21 +0000

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By: Dhale @ Culinary Musings

Dhale @ Culinary Musings — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:48:35 +0000

@Pierre: Merci beaucoup! I think this dessert is a must for everyday but I don’t think my waistline would appreciate it

By: Dhale @ Culinary Musings

Dhale @ Culinary Musings — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:47:19 +0000

@Trissa: Thank you! The oozing chocolate is what I refer to as the “money shot” It took me two cakes to get it just right! And we both got a kick out of your Happy Valentine’s Year wishes:) Hope you”re having a great weekend!

By: Dhale @ Culinary Musings

Dhale @ Culinary Musings — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:45:01 +0000

@Joy: We haven’t shared this round just yet. I had to eat this one by myself because I took the photo during the day and the rest of the batch is hanging out in our freezer. I’ll hold off until I really need that back rub

By: pierre

pierre — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 08:54:56 +0000

hello dhale
this is beautiful and the melting heart is a must for valentines day !! yours is a marvel congratulations !!pierre

By: Trissa

Trissa — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 07:42:07 +0000

Dhale! Fantastic looking molten lava cake. The first picture with the chocolate oozing out is just fantastic. Since you aren’t celebrating Valentine’s Day – happy Valentine’s Year instead!

By: Joy

Joy — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:39:53 +0000

DHALE this is absolutely HEAVENLY. No wonder you got so many views are you kidding? The pictures are absolutely breath taking, I love love love the red backgrounds paired with the sensuous raspberries. Your honey better be giving you some good ass back rubs for this dessert!

By: Dhale @ Culinary Musings

Dhale @ Culinary Musings — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:02:14 +0000

@Stella: It’s not negative at all! Just defiant against a Hallmark-centered holiday is all. Anyway, I’ll have you know I eat this dessert year round and not at all exclusive to VDay So go ahead and have one, you deserve it!

By: Dhale @ Culinary Musings

Dhale @ Culinary Musings — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:55:59 +0000

@Daren: Hey girl, I didn’t know you had a blog?! Now I can spy on you and R! Puhahahaha…

The flourless cake doesn’t have any flour in it, hence flourLESS. Duh Daren! Lol jk Which one does he like? This molten cake has a little flour but I’m sure he’ll love this one too!

By: Dhale @ Culinary Musings

Dhale @ Culinary Musings — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:52:06 +0000

@One Mum: Coucou Merci beaucoup pour votre recette magnifique! Le prochain voyage à New York, je voudrais cuisiner ce gateau pour vous! Vous êtes drôle quand vous dite oui pour le food porn ROCKSTAR! J’adore votre commentaire Gros bisous à de nous deux!

By: Dhale @ Culinary Musings

Dhale @ Culinary Musings — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:30:18 +0000

@Christine: Thanks! I think everybody’s a snorter but never allowed themselves the vulnerability to unleash the fury. I, myself, have let it all go in the last several years. It’s quite liberating

By: Stella

Stella — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:24:01 +0000

Valentine’s Schmalentines is right! But now I’m probably being ‘negative’ or something. Your cake looks great though!

By: Daren

Daren — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:32:38 +0000

Hey is the one that is similar to the flourless cake?

By: "One Mum"

"One Mum" — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:28:10 +0000

La perfection !
Super idée que de proposer cette douceur pleine de tendresse à la St Valentin !
Photos magnifiques, une réussite…difficilement égalée.
“food porn ROCKSTAR”… je vote YES !!!

By: Christine @ Fresh Local and Best

Christine @ Fresh Local and Best — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:25:26 +0000

You are a funny one! I would love to hear you snort when you laugh. This chocolate cake molten lava looks divine!

By: Dhale

Dhale — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:57:47 +0000

@Elizabeth: Thank you! Our pantry is ALWAYS stocked with a few bars of these chocolate pieces. Who needs Vday to eat chocolate? I sure as heck don’t

Hope you’re enjoying our lovely sunny day in the city!

By: Dhale

Dhale — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:56:02 +0000

@Grace: Lol! On Sunday you’ll be safer if you just keep your eyes on the ground because it’ll be like seeing us x100

Happy Friday Grace!

By: Dhale

Dhale — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:53:27 +0000

@Linda: Lots of money shots thanks to the sexy molten cake that was really hamming it up for the camera! Thanks to you, I’ve discovered the joys of TasteSpotting and Food Gawker. Glad we met up for cocktails and apps. Next time, maybe we’ll remember to discuss the Foodie Jezebels And thanks for adding my humble little site to your blogroll!

P.S. I’ll give you a call next week… hopefully we’ll have something super cool to discuss

By: Dhale

Dhale — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:49:57 +0000

@Dot: You’re very welcome and thanks so much for featuring it in your V-day post! Although this dessert should be enjoyed year-round

Happy Friday!

By: Dhale

Dhale — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:48:20 +0000

@Usha: Yes, the chocolate really does ooze out! The key is freezing the batter, then popping it in the oven for about 13 minutes which cooks the outside but leaves the inside all melty and gooey. How can your fiance resist when in the face of this decadent dessert? Good luck

By: Dhale

Dhale — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:42:34 +0000

@Richelle: Lol! If you’re drooling from the photos then I’ve succeeded as a food photographer Thank you!

By: Dhale

Dhale — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:41:40 +0000

@Mimi: Come on over! We can wash it down with a few bloody marys… actually, maybe not. Sounds like a stomach ache in the making! Happy Friday

By: Dhale

Dhale — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:40:39 +0000

@Theresa: Thank you!!! If you guys come over, I’ll be happy to make it for you two But for the meantime, I’m sure you’ll make a stellar version and DT will love it!

By: elizabeth @ The Manhattan [food] Project

elizabeth @ The Manhattan [food] Project — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:09:48 +0000

This looks positively gorgeous, and those chocolate squares are tempting me to get some this weekend, Valentines Day or not.

By: grace

grace — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:20:09 +0000

i defy anyone to show me something more appetizing than oozing chocolate.
meanwhile, i got a kick out of this post–i’ve seen couples like ya’ll and always quickly look away, lest i be turned to stone (or, say, green with envy…).

By: linda (@saltyseattle)

linda (@saltyseattle) — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 06:23:02 +0000

Looks like you got lots of money shots- very nice job! Now submit those gorgeous pics to tastespotting, already. FYI- I updated my blogroll to include your sexy site. xo, lub2a

By: Dot

Dot — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:56:52 +0000

this looks positively decadent!

I’ll be featuring it in our V-day spotlight this weekend on Foodwhirl.com!

Thanks for sharing:)
dot

By: Usha

Usha — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:33:35 +0000

That looks sinfully delicious! Does the chocolate really ooze out like in the picture? I think my fiance can be cornered into setting the wedding date if I have this to bargain with!!!

By: Richelle

Richelle — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 23:41:16 +0000

Good GOD Dhale… I’m drooling!! It looks absolutely amazing!!!

By: Mimi

Mimi — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 23:30:30 +0000

Nothing like litle food porn. I want to eat breakfast at your house.
mimi

By: theresa

theresa — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:29:57 +0000

just beautiful, Dhale!. And I’m sure it tastes even lovelier. Can’t wait to find the time to make this decadent dish!

By: Dhale

Dhale — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:01:02 +0000

@Maggie: Lol! I’ll ship some over to you guys and maybe I’ll try to stow away in the box as well Hope you’re enjoying the lovely sunshine! What a fabulous idea for you two to fly south for the winter. Blizzard eluded!

By: Maggie

Maggie — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:38:25 +0000

I could nibble at my MacBook screen!! I know how delicious these are. Can you pack us some to travel South??

By: Dhale

Dhale — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:14:04 +0000

@Sage: Thank you!!! I did feel pretty naughty when I ate this for breakfast (right after I took the photos)!

By: Dhale

Dhale — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:12:44 +0000

@Gera: Little ol’ me had to eat this yummy cake you see on the screen at 10 in the morning! What kind of a chocoholic would I be if I wasted it, right??? Thank you, Gera!

By: sagemom

sagemom — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:12:00 +0000

omg…this looks so sinful and decadent!

By: Gera @ SweetsFoodsBlog

Gera @ SweetsFoodsBlog — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:07:08 +0000

Shocked, I’m shocked seeing this gorgeous sweetness on my screen. Beautiful, rich and elegant- love it (I’m a chocoholic!)

Cheers,

Gera

By: Dhale

Dhale — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:06:27 +0000

@Carrie: It took me two cakes to finally get the oozing “money shot” So I had no choice but to eat them so as not to waste perfectly good ooey gooey chocolate. Too bad I couldn’t ship some over to you in the great Pacific northwest

Have you ever been to Paris? There’s a place called Angelina and they serve the richest and most decadent hot chocolate EVER!

By: Dhale

Dhale — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:54:41 +0000

@Malou: “Skip to Malou”… I love it! You can skip on over here and I’ll gladly bake you your very own chocolate cake I’m so happy to be upgraded to food porn ROCKSTAR. My mom would be so proud

By: Carrie

Carrie — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:54:13 +0000

That looks perfect! I’m a huge fan of molten chocolate. I melt candy bars just to eat them in liquid form. You can’t imagine my affinity for hot chocolate, the thicker the better. And you were right about the food porn, mmm mmm.

By: Skip to Malou

Skip to Malou — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:50:43 +0000

Dhale,
I’m weak on my knees looking at your pictures… I am absolutely hypnotized by the oozing chocolate you have here!!!
why do I do this to myself??? haha! You’ve further elevated yourself as a food porn ROCKSTAR!