Pot De Crème Recipe
For the chocolate lover, there’s the pot de crème. This delightfully dark dessert features dark chocolate custard that’s topped with a caramelized brulee. We garnish it with fresh whipped cream, which adds a sweet touch to the bitter dark chocolate custard.
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Ingredients
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Custard
Brulee Topping
Whipped Cream
Method
Prepare the Custard
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a double boiler until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Heat Cream and Milk
In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously to temper the yolks.
- 5
Add Chocolate
Once combined, whisk in the melted chocolate until smooth and fully incorporated.
- 6
- 7
Cool
Remove from the water bath and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Brulee Topping
- 8
Caramelize Sugar
Sprinkle about 1/2 tablespoon of granulated sugar over the surface of each custard. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy, golden crust. Alternatively, place under the broiler for a few minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
Prepare the Whipped Cream
- 9
Whip Cream
In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip until soft peaks form.
Serve
- 10
Garnish
Serve the pot de crème chilled, topped with a dollop of whipped cream.

