Jennifer Millar's Chocolate Budini Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Chocolate Budini recipe, a crowd-pleaser perfected by Jennifer Millar! This recipe, originally from the Baker's Dozen cookbook, creates rich, creamy chocolate custards with a delightful crackly top. Skip the caramel sauce (though it's delicious) and go straight for the heavenly pairing with a scoop of your favorite ice cream – Mean Chef's Coffee Ice Cream is highly recommended. The best part? Make it two days ahead – perfect for stress-free entertaining!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 433.4 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Jennifer Millar's Chocolate Budini

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How to Make Jennifer Millar's Chocolate Budini

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Position an oven rack in the lower third.
  2. In a medium stainless-steel bowl set over a pan of simmering (not boiling) water, melt 6 ounces (170g) of bittersweet chocolate and 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of unsalted butter with 6 tablespoons (75g) granulated sugar and a pinch of salt. Stir frequently until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Whisk in 4 large egg yolks and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  5. In a clean, dry medium bowl, whisk together 4 large egg whites and 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar.
  6. Using a hand mixer on high speed, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 6 tablespoons (75g) granulated sugar, beating until stiff and glossy peaks form.
  7. Gently fold 1/4 of the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it.
  8. Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the remaining egg whites until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites.
  9. Divide the batter evenly among 6 (12-16 ounce) oven-safe ramekins or serving dishes.
  10. Place ramekins on a large baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the budini are puffed with crusty, deeply cracked tops and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with gooey chocolate.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm within 10 minutes, topped with a generous scoop of ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

145g

Fat

91g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Jennifer Millar's Chocolate Budini?

Jennifer Millar's Chocolate Budini takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Jennifer Millar's Chocolate Budini?

Jennifer Millar's Chocolate Budini has approximately 433.4 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 46 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Jennifer Millar's Chocolate Budini?

The key ingredients for Jennifer Millar's Chocolate Budini are Bittersweet Chocolate, Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Fine Sea Salt, Eggs, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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