This warm chocolate fudge crumble with cream is rich and gooey. It comes together with minimal effort and doesn’t require any fancy plating – just grab a bowl and dig in!

Kids will love the soft, brownie-like texture and the rivers of chocolate running through each bite. Want to take it up a notch for the grown-ups? Add a splash of espresso to the batter for a mocha twist, or a glug of Irish cream or dark rum for a boozy hit. A pinch of chilli powder or a few flakes of sea salt also work beautifully to elevate the richness of the chocolate.

Ingredients 

• 150g dark chocolate (roughly chopped)
• 100g unsalted butter
• 100g light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 50g plain flour
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• A pinch of salt
• 100ml double cream (for serving)

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan/gas mark 4). Grease a small baking dish or a few ramekins.
2. Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water (or gently in the microwave). Stir until smooth.
3. Add sugar to the melted chocolate mix and stir to combine. Let it cool slightly, then whisk in the eggs and vanilla.
4. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined. Don’t overmix.
5. Spoon the mixture into your prepared dish and bake for 15–20 minutes, until the top has set but the centre stays soft and fudgy.
6. Serve warm, straight from the dish, with a generous splash of cold double cream.

Tip: Use good-quality chocolate: The better the chocolate, the deeper the flavour. At least 70% cocoa solids works best. Suggestions include Lindt Excellence Dark Chocolate 70% Cocoa or Cadbury Bournville Classic Dark Chocolate.