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Chocolate Cremeux

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  • Author: zoe
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and creamy French dessert that captures the essence of luxurious dark chocolate, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 200g dark chocolate
  • 300ml heavy cream
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 50g sugar
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract


Instructions

  1. Melt the dark chocolate in a bowl set over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
  2. Combine cream, milk, and vanilla in a separate saucepan. Heat until just about to boil.
  3. Whisk egg yolks and sugar in a bowl until pale.
  4. Gradually pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
  5. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat until it thickens slightly.
  6. Pour the mixture through a fine sieve into the melted chocolate and stir to combine.
  7. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until set.
  8. Serve as a dessert or use in other recipes.

Notes

For a sugar-free option, consider using Stevia, Monk Fruit, or Allulose.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg