Ingredients
Method
1.Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease six 1/2-cup dariole moulds.
2.In a small saucepan, place chocolate and butter. Stir on medium heat until melted and combined. Remove from heat.
3.In a clean bowl, whisk together eggs, egg-yolks, sugar and peppermint essence, until thick and pale.
4.Fold in almond meal, flour and brandy, followed by chocolate mixture. Spoon evenly into prepared moulds. Arrange on a baking tray.
5.Bake 8-10 minutes. Loosen edge of puddings with a palette knife. Unmould and serve immediately with thick cream and raspberries.
These puddings can be cooked a few minutes longer to make them easier to handle, but they will not be molten.
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