Hot Chocolate and Orange Pudding Served with Chocolate Sauce
Indulge in the perfect balance of rich, velvety chocolate and zesty citrus with this Hot Chocolate and Orange Pudding served with luscious chocolate sauce. This decadent dessert features a gooey, molten center bursting with flavors of dark chocolate and fresh orange zest, creating a luxurious treat that’s both indulgent and refreshing. The warm chocolate sauce, infused with a hint of optional orange liqueur, elevates each bite into a heavenly experience. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an easy, foolproof method, this recipe is ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself to something special. Serve these individual puddings straight from the ramekins or turned out onto plates for a stunning presentation. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this quick dessert is a must-try for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa, chopped)
- 100 g unsalted butter
- 100 g caster sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 75 g self-raising flour
- 20 g cocoa powder (sifted)
- 1 orange orange zest (finely grated)
- 50 ml fresh orange juice
- 100 g milk chocolate (chopped)
- 100 ml double cream
- 15 ml orange liqueur (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease 4 individual ramekins or pudding molds with butter, ensuring even coverage.
In a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together. Stir occasionally until smooth, then remove from the heat and let it cool slightly.
While the chocolate cools, beat the caster sugar and eggs together in a large bowl using an electric mixer or whisk. Continue whisking until the mixture becomes pale and thick, usually about 4-5 minutes.
Gradually fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar mixture using a spatula, ensuring it is well combined.
Sift the self-raising flour and cocoa powder into the batter, and gently fold everything together. Be careful not to overmix.
Add the orange zest and fresh orange juice to the mixture, stirring gently to incorporate the citrus flavors.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full. Place the ramekins on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. The tops should be set, but the centers should remain slightly gooey.
While the puddings bake, prepare the chocolate sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the chopped milk chocolate, double cream, and orange liqueur (if using) over low heat. Stir continuously until the chocolate has melted and the sauce becomes smooth and glossy.
Once the puddings are ready, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.
Serve the hot chocolate and orange puddings immediately in their ramekins or turn them out onto plates. Drizzle generously with the warm chocolate sauce, and garnish with extra orange zest if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2890 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 158.8 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.7 g | 458% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 713 mg | 238% | |
| Sodium | 965 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.5 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.7 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 202.4 g | ||
| Protein | 51.2 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 485 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 25.7 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 2109 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
