Name: Chocolate Mink
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 3/4 hr
Yield: Makes 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus additional for greasing bowls or ramekins; 3 1/2 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), finely chopped; 1 large egg, separated; 1 tablespoon sugar; Accompaniment: coffee ice cream; 2 (5- to 6-oz) ovenproof glass or ceramic bowls or ramekins

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Chocolate MinkMartyn Thompson

These luxurious little desserts are like gooey flourless chocolate pudding cakes.

Cooks' note:

Puddings can be made 4 hours ahead and kept in bowls or ramekins at warm room temperature. Dip in hot water 10 to 15 seconds to unmold.

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