Jul 09 2026
Restaurants360 The Restaurant at the CN TowerDark Chocolate Terrine Recipe

Dark Chocolate Terrine Recipe

Time4h
Serves8

100km Montmorency cherries, hazelnuts, spiced chocolate sauce

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Ingredients

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Terrine Base

Montmorency Cherry Compote

Spiced Chocolate Sauce

Garnish

Method

Preparing the Terrine

  1. 1

    Melt Chocolate and Butter

    In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Mix Eggs and Sugar

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Sift in the flour and salt, and gently fold until just combined.

  4. 4

    Bake Terrine

    Pour the mixture into a greased terrine mold or loaf pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for about 30-35 minutes. Let cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.

Making the Cherry Compote

  1. 5

    Cook Cherries

    In a saucepan, combine the Montmorency cherries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the cherries are softened and the mixture has thickened slightly, about 10-15 minutes. Let cool.

Preparing the Spiced Chocolate Sauce

  1. 6

    Heat Cream and Melt Chocolate

    In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it's just about to simmer. Remove from heat and add the dark chocolate. Stir until melted and smooth.

  2. 7

    Add Spices

    Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Mix well and keep warm.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 8

    Serve Terrine

    Slice the chilled terrine and serve on a plate. Top with the cherry compote, drizzle with spiced chocolate sauce, and garnish with toasted hazelnuts.

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