Orange Chocolate Floating Islands

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, melted butter, egg yolks, and orange juice. Add orange zest and whisk until combined.

3. 3

   Gradually pour in flour mixture and whisk until smooth. Add milk and heavy cream, whisking until fully incorporated.

4. 4

   Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

5. 5

   Fold the melted chocolate into the orange mixture until well combined. Pour the mixture into 4 ramekins or small cups.

6. 6

   Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly jiggly.

7. 7

   Allow the floating islands to cool in the ramekins for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.

8. 8

   Serve immediately, dusting with powdered sugar if desired.