Chocolate Pots De Creme Brulee

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 10

Indulge in the Rich and Creamy Chocolate Pots De Creme Brulee

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

2 hours 55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

513

Sugar

36g

Fat

41g

Chocolate lovers, rejoice! Chocolate Pots De Creme Brulee is a luxurious dessert that's perfect for a special occasion or as an indulgent treat. It's essentially a chocolate custard that's based on the French custard dessert, creme brulee, topped with a caramelized sugar coating. The mixture of heavy cream, egg yolks, semi-sweet chocolate chips, coffee, vanilla bean, and kosher salt create a flavor explosion in the mouth, with a balance of sweetness and bitterness. Best of all, it's an easy dessert to make, and it's perfect for entertaining guests!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and pale yellow in color.
3.	Heat the heavy cream, vanilla bean, and remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved, and the mixture starts to steam.
4.	Then pour the hot cream mixture into the egg mixture and combine.
5.	Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips, coffee, and kosher salt to the mixture and whisk together until the chocolate has fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
6.	Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl.
7.	Pour the strained mixture into six 6-ounce ramekins, filling each one three-quarters full.
8.	Place the ramekins in a baking dish, and pour hot water into the dish, filling it halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
9.	Bake for about 35-40 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers of the custards are slightly jiggly.
10.	Remove the ramekins from the baking dish and let them cool to room temperature on a cooling rack or countertop.
11.	Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
12.	When ready to serve, sprinkle a thin, even layer of granulated sugar over the top of each custard.
13.	Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it melts and turns golden brown.
14.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

The chocolate pots de creme brulee offer a rich, velvety texture and deep chocolate flavor.

The dessert has a perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness and creates a unique sensation in the mouth.

It’s perfect for a special occasion, and a showstopping dessert for entertaining guests!

CONS

The recipe requires a kitchen torch for the caramelized sugar topping, which may not be readily available in every household.

The dessert is quite rich, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation by individuals with dietary restrictions on high-calorie and high-fat foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although the dessert is not particularly healthy, it can be savored and enjoyed in moderation as a guilty indulgence.
Chocolate does contain antioxidants that can lower blood pressure, improve cognitive function, and reduce the risk of heart disease. However, the high fat and sugar content should be considered.

	1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
	3 large egg yolks
	1 cup heavy cream
	1/2 cup granulated sugar , divided
	1/2 vanilla bean , split and scraped
	1/4 cup coffee , hot
	1 pinch kosher salt