Golden Chocolate Fondant
Golden Chocolate Fondant is a luxurious, molten-centered dessert that combines …
What you'll learn
Ingredient Selection & Preparation
How to choose and combine premium dark chocolate, unsalted butter, and the unique ingredient (edible gold dust) to achieve both flavor depth and visual appeal.
Proper techniques for melting and tempering chocolate to ensure smooth consistency.
Batter Creation & Consistency Control
Step-by-step guidance on mixing flour, sugar, eggs, and cocoa to create a velvety batter that bakes into a crisp exterior while preserving a molten core.
Tips for testing batter viscosity to guarantee consistently gooey centers.
Molding & Baking Techniques
Methods for greasing and flouring individual ramekins or molds so the fondants release cleanly.
Precise oven temperature and timing strategies—accounting for oven variances—to achieve the signature “golden” crust with a flowing center.
Golden Finish Application
How to incorporate edible gold dust or gold leaf: when and how to apply it so it adheres beautifully without melting or smearing.
Alternative decoration ideas (e.g., gold-dusted raspberries, gold-tinted sauce) to complement the fondant’s appearance.
Plating & Serving
Techniques for plating fondants to maximize visual impact—pairing with complementary sauces (e.g., raspberry coulis, salted caramel) and garnishes.
Recommendations on optimal serving temperature and timing to preserve the molten center for guests.