Chocolate Cannelés

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 210°C (410°F). Grease the cannelé molds with butter.

2. 2

   In a saucepan, melt the cup of butter, milk, and 1/2 cup of caster sugar over low heat. Add the vanilla extract and set aside to cool slightly.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, remaining 1/4 cup of caster sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder until smooth.

4. 4

   Slowly pour the cooled butter mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.

5. 5

   Pour the batter into the prepared cannelé molds, filling them halfway.

6. 6

   Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 180°C (350°F) and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the cannelés are firm and the outsides are caramelized.

7. 7

   Allow the cannelés to cool in the molds for 5 minutes before removing and serving.