Easy Chocolate Pots de Crème
These easy chocolate pots de creme turn five simple ingredients into a rich, silky no-bake dessert with a smooth texture and deep chocolate flavor.
Servings: 3
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Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 4 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 oz (115 g) 70% cocoa dark chocolate coarsely chopped
- 1 cup (240 ml) double or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (50 g) caster or granulated sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- as needed whipped cream or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- Add the chocolate to a large heat-proof bowl, and set aside.
- Add the cream, sugar, salt, and vanilla to a microwave-safe bowl or jug, and heat on high for 1 minute (800W). Stir, then heat for a further 30 seconds until just hot, but not boiling.
- Pour the cream over the chocolate, and let sit for 1 minute. Whisk together until melted and combined. The mixture should be thick and silky smooth.
- Evenly divide the mixture between three 4-oz ramekins, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 - 4 hours until set.
- Garnish with whipped cream and/or chocolate shavings before serving.