Chocolate pots de creme

Pots de creme is a traditional French dessert that translates to ‘pots of cream’ in English. It is known for its rich and silky texture, making it a decadent treat for chocolate lovers.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 155 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Chocolate pots de creme

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1440

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Dark chocolate
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Whole milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 4 unit Egg yolks
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and whole milk over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
4. Gradually pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
5. Add the chopped dark chocolate to the mixture and stir until melted and smooth.
6. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl.
7. Divide the mixture evenly among four ramekins or small oven-safe dishes.
8. Place the ramekins in a baking dish and carefully pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
10. Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature.
11. Once cooled, cover the ramekins with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
12. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 360kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 28g44%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 20g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.