Chocolate Pots De Creme Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chocolate

   Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl.

2. 2

   Heat the Cream

   In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat.

3. 3

   Combine Chocolate and Cream

   Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to melt the chocolate, then stir until smooth.

4. 4

   Whisk Egg Yolks

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and sea salt until well combined.

5. 5

   Temper the Egg Yolks

   Slowly pour a small amount of the chocolate mixture into the egg yolks while whisking continuously to temper the yolks. Then gradually whisk in the remaining chocolate mixture.

6. 6

   Bake the Pots de Crème

   Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Pour the mixture into ramekins and place them in a baking dish. Fill the baking dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

7. 7

   Cool and Serve

   Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.