Chocolate Orange Cremeux Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chocolate Orange Cremeux
Method
Preparation of Chocolate Orange Cremeux
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a pot of simmering water. Once melted, set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Prepare the Cream
In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and orange zest until just boiling. Remove from heat.
- 3
Combine Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale and creamy.
- 4
Temper the Egg Yolks
Slowly pour the hot cream into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the yolks.
- 5
Cook the Mixture
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- 6
Combine with Chocolate
Remove from heat and stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract until smooth. Let it cool to room temperature.
- 7
Chill the Cremeux
Pour the mixture into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
