Chocolate Kiev

Indulge in the luxurious decadence of Chocolate Kiev, a dessert that combines the elegance of classic European patisserie with a rich chocolate twist. This irresistible treat features a light and airy cocoa sponge encasing a molten dark chocolate ganache center, creating a heavenly fusion of textures with every bite. Topped with a delicate breadcrumb crust for added crunch and a dusting of powdered sugar, this dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a show-stopping finale to any dinner party. With simple ingredients like dark chocolate, heavy cream, and cocoa powder, Chocolate Kiev is both approachable and utterly irresistible. Serve warm to unveil the gooey chocolate core and let this dessert captivate your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 150 g Dark chocolate
• 100 g Unsalted butter (softened)
• 100 ml Heavy cream
• 4 large Eggs
• 100 g Granulated sugar
• 100 g All-purpose flour
• 30 g Cocoa powder
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 50 g Bread crumbs
• 10 g Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the chocolate ganache: Chop 100 g of dark chocolate finely and place in a heatproof bowl. Heat the heavy cream until it just starts to bubble (do not boil). Pour over the chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth and fully combined. Refrigerate the ganache for 1 to 2 hours, or until firm enough to shape.

Step 2

Once the ganache is set, divide it into 4 portions and shape each into a small disk. Freeze the ganache disks for at least 30 minutes to make them easier to handle later.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease 4 small ramekins or molds. Dust with cocoa powder and tap out any excess.

Step 4

Prepare the sponge batter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on high speed until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, being careful not to deflate the batter.

Step 6

Melt the remaining 50 g of dark chocolate and the softened butter together in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Stir until smooth, then let cool slightly. Fold this mixture into the batter along with the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Spoon half of the batter into the prepared ramekins. Place one frozen ganache disk in the center of each ramekin, then cover with the remaining batter, ensuring the ganache is fully enclosed.

Step 8

Sprinkle bread crumbs over the tops of the batter for added texture and crunch.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are firm but the centers are still slightly soft. Let cool for 5 minutes in the ramekins.

Step 10

Carefully invert each Chocolate Kiev onto a serving plate. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm for a luscious, gooey chocolate center.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(845.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3221.6

Total Fat 188.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1072.9mg	0%
Sodium 1323.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.7g	0%
Total Sugars 190.1g
Protein 59.4g	0%

Vitamin D 213.3IU	0%
Calcium 375.5mg	0%
Iron 32.5mg	0%
Potassium 2028.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 40.7%