Recipe File:The chocolate connection

MANILA, Philippines - The Aztecs saw chocolate as an aphrodisiac that invigorated men and made women less inhibited. Which is why chocolate remains an enduring symbol of passion, romance and love, especially on Valentine’s Day.

This month of love creates a more romantic impression by giving something you created yourself. Here is a recipe from the San Miguel Great Food Club that will help make your special someone fall in love with you all over again.

Fiery Chocolate Lava Cake

Ingredients:

150         g.      semi-sweet chocolate, grated

1         cup          Magnolia Gold Butter                                             Pinch of chili flakes

3         pcs.          eggs                                                 1 1/2 cups        powdered sugar                                          1/2     cup Baron All-Purpose Flour                                              

1         tsp.   vanilla extract

Procedure:

Preheat oven to 450F. Grease 6 custard cups with softened butter. In a double boiler, melt semi-sweet chocolate and butter at low heat. Add chili flakes and mix well. Cool slightly. In a mixing bowl whisk eggs add sugar, then whisk in the chocolate mixture, flour and vanilla. Pour mixture into buttered custard cups. Bake for 14 minutes or until sides are set but center remains soft and runny. let stand for 5 minutes. Turn cakes out onto plate and sprinkle with confectioner’s sugar. Garnish with fresh fruits.

May be served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of Magnolia ice cream. Makes 6 cakes.