Grand Marnier Pots De Crème

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Grand Marnier Pots De Crème, a creamy and luxurious French dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

529

Sugar

30g

Fat

43g

Pots De Crème is a classic French dessert that translates to "pots of cream" in English. It is usually made with eggs and cream, but variations can include chocolate, coffee, caramel, and other flavors. This particular recipe for Grand Marnier Pots De Crème adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the traditional dessert. Grand Marnier is an orange-flavored liqueur made from Cognac, and it adds a complex and fruity flavor to the creamy dessert. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or a romantic evening in.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 300°F.
2.	In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar.
3.	In a saucepan, heat the cream and vanilla extract to a simmer.
4.	Slowly pour the hot cream into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
5.	Stir in the 6 tablespoons of Grand Marnier and freshly-grated orange rind.
6.	Pour the mixture into 6 ramekins or glass jars.
7.	Place the ramekins into a large baking dish.
8.	Pour water into the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
9.	Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes or until set.
10.	Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
11.	Drizzle 1 tablespoon of Grand Marnier over the tops of the pots de crème before serving.

PROS

Grand Marnier Pots De Crème is a rich and decadent dessert that will impress your guests.

The silky smooth texture and deep orange flavor is perfect for a fancy dinner party or romantic night in.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Additionally, the use of raw eggs in this recipe may pose a risk of foodborne illness for certain individuals, so caution should be taken when consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Grand Marnier Pots De Crème may not be the healthiest dessert option, moderation is key when it comes to indulging.
Eggs are a good source of protein, and the orange zest contains Vitamin C and antioxidants.

	9 egg yolks
	1/2 cup superfine sugar
	3 cups heavy cream
	1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
	6 tablespoons Grand Marnier
	4 tablespoons freshly-grated orange rind
	1 tablespoon Grand Marnier