Chocolate Fondant Cake

Step 1

Preheat your oven on 180'C/350'F. Prepare the 20cm / 8inch Springform Pan (see note by lining the bottom with baking paper and lightly greasing the edges with butter or oil.

Step 2

Finely chop the Chocolate and place it in a heat-proof bowl along with the cubed Butter. Melt over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30 seconds increments. Stir to combine until smooth then set aside to cool down.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the Eggs and Sugar for about a minute or until you can see small bubbles (see note 2). Pour in the melted Chocolate and Butter and whisk until combined.

Step 4

Add the sifted Flour and whisk until just combined.

Step 5

Pour the cake batter into the prepared springform pan and spread it around with a spatula if required.

Step 6

Bake for 20 to 22 minutes (see note 3). Leave to cool down completely before serving.