Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Le fondant à l’orange, a unique dessert that marries rich chocolate with the refreshing zest of oranges. This elegant treat not only captivates with its beautiful presentation—baked within orange halves—but also offers a decadent flavor profile perfect for any occasion. With its ease of preparation and quick cooking time, you can impress your guests or satisfy your sweet cravings in just 20 minutes. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a holiday gathering, or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this dessert will surely be a highlight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oranges
- 150 g sugar
- 3 eggs
- 150 g butter
- 150 g dark chocolate
- 100 g flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Cut the tops off the oranges and carefully scoop out the flesh, collecting the juice in a bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 50 ml of orange juice with sugar, eggs, melted butter, and dark chocolate.
- Stir in flour until smooth.
- Reassemble the orange halves and fill them with the chocolate mixture.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 20 minutes.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and garnishing with fresh mint.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 orange half (110g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg