Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp instant coffee granules
  • 1/3 cup milk, warmed
  • 4 tbsp butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 None large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups self-rising flour
  • 2/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • None None hot cocoa mix, for dusting

Method

  • Lightly grease 4 coffee cups (1-cup each). In a small bowl, mix the instant coffee and milk, stirring to dissolve. In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together until pale and smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift in the flour and cocoa powder, then fold in the milk mixture. Spoon evenly into the cups.
  • Arrange the cups in a steamer basket. Cover each with a circle of parchment paper. Place over a saucepan of simmering water, cover tightly with a lid and steam 20-25 mins, until cooked. Cool 5 mins.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the cream and vanilla to form firm peaks. Spoon onto the puddings and dust with hot cocoa mix, to serve.