Chocolate Pots De Crème (Printer-Friendly Version)
Velvety chocolate custard finished with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, perfect chilled and rich in flavor.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Dairy
01 -
480 ml heavy cream
→ Eggs
02 -
3 egg yolks
→ Sweeteners
03 -
37 g granulated white sugar
→ Flavorings
04 -
Pinch kosher salt
05 -
5 ml pure vanilla extract
→ Chocolate
06 -
170 g bittersweet chocolate, chopped
→ Garnish (optional)
07 -
Whipped cream
08 -
Chocolate shavings
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, egg yolks, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes. Avoid boiling.
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Remove the saucepan from heat, stir in vanilla extract, then add the chopped bittersweet chocolate. Let sit for 3 minutes to soften the chocolate.
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Whisk the mixture starting at the center until fully homogeneous. If lumps form due to overheating, strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove them.
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Divide the custard evenly into ramekins and refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours to set.
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Allow ramekins to sit at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
Avoid boiling the custard mixture to prevent curdling; gentle heat is key to achieving a smooth texture.