CHOCOLATE OMELET "SOUFFLE"

Chocolate Omelet

Provided by Mikekey *

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 c walnut pieces, coarsely chopped
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz semi-sweet baking chocolate, melted
4 large eggs
1/2 c heavy cream
3 Tbsp clarified butter
3 Tbsp confectioners' sugar
sweetened whipped cream, to garnish

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 425F.
2. Toss the walnuts with the vanilla and scatter them on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, being careful that they don't burn.
3. In a bowl, beat the eggs and cream to blend. Add the melted chocolate and beat vigorously until frothy.
4. Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat until just hot. Add butter and walnuts and cook for 30 seconds.
5. Pour in egg mixture and cook for 1 minute. Transfer pan to the oven and bake until slightly firm, 8 to 9 minutes. Remove from oven and immediately invert omelet onto a 10-inch plate. Dust with confectioner's sugar and cut into wedges.
6. Serve with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream.