The rich, velvety texture of chocolate espresso pots de crème is an indulgent dessert that is sure to impress your guests. This classic French dessert combines the flavors of chocolate and espresso in a smooth and creamy custard that is baked in individual ramekins. Pots de crème can be made with a variety of different chocolates, from dark and rich to milk or even white, and the espresso adds a hint of bitterness that balances out the sweetness of the chocolate. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dessert that is both elegant and delicious.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHOCOLATE POTS DE CREME
This is really just an elegant pudding, cooked slightly firm, in small espresso cups or pots. I like to serve this with a good cookie for dipping biscotti, for example.
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- In a small pot, over low heat, bring the milk, half and half, almond extract, vanilla seeds and vanilla pod to a gentle simmer. Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler. In a large bowl, add the eggs, cocoa, and sugar and whisk to combine. Pour the heated milk mixture into the melted chocolate and whisk to combine. Temper the egg mixture into the chocolate mixture, adding it slowly to prevent the eggs from scrambling. Do not overmix. You want the ingredients to be blended but not frothy or bubbly.
- Pour the mixture into the small cups, filling almost to the top. Put the cups in a baking pan and fill the pan with 2 inches of water. Cover the top of the pan with aluminum foil. This will prevent the custard from forming a tough skin as it cooks. Put the pan in the center of the oven and bake until the custards are set but still a little loose, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven.
- Carefully remove the cups from the water bath and allow them to cool for 30 minutes Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or refrigerate overnight, before serving with the whipped cream.
CHOCOLATE AND COFFEE POTS DE CREME
Steps:
- Bring the cream and sugar to a boil with the vanilla bean in a saucepan.
- Whisk yolks in a bowl. Whisk about a third of the boiling cream into the yolks. Return remaining cream to a boil and whisk in yolk mixture. Continue to cook, whisking constantly, another 15 or 20 seconds, until slightly thickened.
- Strain cream into a bowl and add chocolate. Whisk smooth, whisk in coffee, and pour into molds. Refrigerate until cooled.
- Serve the pots de creme alone, or with a crisp cookie. Storage suggestion: For advance preparation, cover the pots de creme with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Uncover and leave at room temperature for an hour before serving
CHOCOLATE POTS DE CRèME
At Cafe Tamayo in Saugerties, this rich dessert is topped with whipped cream.
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Bring cream and milk just to simmer in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat. Add chocolate; whisk until melted and smooth. Whisk yolks and sugar in large bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in hot chocolate mixture. Strain mixture into another bowl. Cool 10 minutes, skimming any foam from surface.
- Divide custard mixture among six 3/4-cup custard cups or soufflé dishes. Cover each with foil. Place cups in large baking pan. Add enough hot water to pan to come halfway up sides of cups. Bake until custards are set but centers still move slightly when gently shaken, about 55 minutes. Remove from water. Remove foil. Chill custards until cold, about 3 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and keep chilled.)
CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO POTS DE CRèME
Categories Coffee Chocolate Dessert Bake Quick & Easy Winter Double Boiler Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 300°F.
- Put chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Bring cream, milk, espresso powder (to taste), and a pinch of salt just to a boil in a small heavy saucepan, stirring until espresso powder is dissolved, then pour over chocolate, whisking until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.
- Whisk together yolks, sugar, and a pinch of salt in another bowl, then add warm chocolate mixture in a slow stream, whisking constantly. Pour custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a 1-quart glass measure and cool completely, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
- Line bottom of a baking pan (large enough to hold ramekins) with a folded kitchen towel and arrange ramekins on towel. Poke several holes in a large sheet of foil with a skewer. Divide custard among ramekins, then bake custards in a hot water bath , pan covered tightly with foil, until custards are set around edges but still slightly wobbly in centers, 30 to 35 minutes.
- Transfer ramekins to a rack to cool completely, uncovered, about 1 hour. (Custards will set as they cool.) Chill, covered, until cold, at least 3 hours.
- *Available at some supermarkets, specialty foods shops, and The Baker's Catalogue (800-827-6836).
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate and espresso powder for the best flavor.
- Be sure to bloom the gelatin in cold water before adding it to the hot liquid.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
- Cover the pots de crème tightly and chill them in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Serve the pots de crème with your favorite toppings, such as whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
Conclusion:
These chocolate espresso pots de crème are a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making them a great option for busy cooks. Whether you are a chocolate lover or an espresso enthusiast, you are sure to enjoy these pots de crème.
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