INGREDIENTS

  • 3 T (43 g) butter, melted
  • Cocoa powder
  • 1 C (180 g) good quality dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces
  • ¾ C (172 g) plus 2 T (29 g) butter, in small pieces
  • 4 lg eggs
  • 4 lg egg yolks
  • 1 C (192 g) fine granulated sugar
  • 1½ C (187 g) flour

GUIDE / INSTRUCTIONS

  • Brush melted butter on the inside of eight 1 C (225 ml) capacity molds; place in refrigerator or freezer to chill, then brush more melted butter over cold butter.
  • Sprinkle a little cocoa powder in molds; shake to completely coat molds and tap to remove any excess.
  • Slowly melt chocolate and butter together in a saucepan over a pan of barely simmering water.
  • Remove from heat; stir until cool; let stand 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, yolks and sugar until so thick that a spoon dragged through mixture leaves a trail.
  • Sift flour into egg mixture; beat to incorporate.
  • Pour melted chocolate into egg mixture one third at a time, beating well between additions, until completely combined. Evenly divide mixture among molds. Chill molds at least 20 minutes or up to overnight before baking.
  • Heat oven to 375°F (200°C).
  • Place molds on a baking sheet and cook for 10–12 minutes (add 5 minutes if baking from frozen).
  • Remove when tops are crusty and start to pull away from sides; loosen gently until you can easily unmold them on serving plates, garnish and serve. The “lava” centers will remain soft.

Viking Cruises offers river, ocean, and expedition cruises, known for destination-focused itineraries, inclusive fares, and a focus on culture and exploration, with ships designed for smaller, more intimate experiences. Viking aims to provide “destination-focused itineraries” for curious travelers, offering deep immersion in the destinations through onboard and onshore enrichment programs.

Cruise Types
Viking River Cruises: Focuses on exploring the world’s great rivers, with ships designed for convenient access to destinations and experiences.

Viking Ocean Cruises: Features a fleet of small, all-veranda, state-of-the-art ocean ships, allowing access to more exclusive ports.

Viking Expeditions: Offers journeys to remote and extraordinary destinations, with a focus on exploration and learning from Viking Resident Scientists.

Key Features:

  • Inclusive Fares: Viking’s inclusive fares often include shore excursions, onboard meals, wine and beer at lunch and dinner, bottled water, onboard entertainment, and Wi-Fi.
  • Destination-Focused Itineraries: Viking’s itineraries are designed to provide a deep dive into the history, culture, and local experiences of the destinations they visit.
  • Onboard and Onshore Enrichment: Viking offers a variety of onboard and onshore enrichment programs, including performances of music and art, cooking demonstrations, informative port talks, and guest lectures.
  • Small Ship Experience: Viking’s ships are designed for a more intimate and personalized experience, with smaller passenger capacities and a focus on accessibility to ports.

Viking was founded in the mid-1990s with the goal of creating a modern river cruising experience, and has since expanded to offer ocean and expedition cruises.

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