Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy decadence of Chocolate Pots de Crème, a classic French-inspired dessert that is sure to impress. These luxurious individual chocolate custards are silky smooth and perfect for any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chocolate Custard:
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 6 oz semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Melt Chocolate: Place chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat cream and milk until simmering, then pour over chocolate. Whisk until smooth.
- Prepare Custard Mixture: Whisk egg yolks, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Slowly whisk in warm chocolate mixture.
- Strain and Divide: Strain custard and divide among ramekins. Place in a water bath and bake.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30–35 minutes until set. Chill before serving.
Notes
- These can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg
