Description
Silky smooth chocolate pots de crème invite dessert enthusiasts into a luxurious French culinary experience. Creamy chocolate, rich cream, and delicate eggs blend perfectly, delivering an elegant finale you’ll savor with pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 200 grams (7 ounces) dark chocolate
- 3 large eggs
- 150 grams (5.3 ounces) unsalted butter
Sweeteners:
- 50 grams (1.8 ounces) sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 60 milliliters (2 fluid ounces) hot water
Instructions
- Gently combine dark chocolate and butter using a double boiler, whisking with hot water until achieving a glossy, uniform texture.
- In a separate bowl, vigorously beat eggs with sugar until the mixture becomes pale and slightly frothy.
- Gradually incorporate the molten chocolate mixture into the egg blend, stirring continuously to prevent curdling, then fold in vanilla extract for enhanced depth of flavor.
- Carefully distribute the silky chocolate mixture into individual serving vessels, ensuring even allocation and smooth surface.
- Refrigerate the prepared desserts for a minimum of 120 minutes, allowing them to set and develop a rich, decadent consistency.
- When ready to serve, remove from refrigerator and optionally garnish with whipped cream, fresh berries, or delicate chocolate shavings to elevate the presentation and taste experience.
Notes
- Choose high-quality dark chocolate for rich, intense flavor that elevates the entire dessert.
- Temper chocolate carefully to prevent seizing by using gentle heat and avoiding water contact.
- Consider using silky ramekins or elegant glasses for stunning presentation that enhances the chocolate’s glossy texture.
- Customize dessert by adding optional toppings like fresh berries, whipped cream, or toasted nuts for extra texture and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 471
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 13 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 124 mg