PIZZERIA LOCALE'S BUTTERSCOTCH PUDDING WITH CHOCOLATE GANACHE
While most butterscotch pudding recipes rely simply on dark brown sugar for their flavor, Pizzeria Locale in Denver adds an intense, nutty character by caramelizing the brown sugar first. Beyond a little salt, there is no other flavor added to distract from the caramel - no vanilla, no alcohol, no spice. They are not missed. If you're pressed for time, you could skip the ganache topping, substituting grated milk chocolate bits on top or leaving the chocolate off altogether. Even the whipped cream is optional. Butterscotch pudding this good stands on its own.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dessert
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make the pudding: In a small pot, bring 3 cups cream and milk to a simmer. Cover to keep warm.
- In a medium pot, bring brown sugar, 1/3 cup water and salt to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally to keep mixture from scorching, until it reaches 240 degrees on a candy thermometer, about 10 minutes. The mixture should be a deep brown color and smell nutty and caramelized.
- Immediately whisk cream mixture into brown sugar to stop the cooking. The mixture will seize. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly, and cook until smooth.
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolks, egg and cornstarch. Pour a ladleful of hot cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly so the eggs don't curdle. Pour egg mixture into the pot with the cream, whisking more. Cook for another 2 to 4 minutes, until thickened. It's O.K. if the mixture comes to a simmer.
- Strain mixture into a bowl or large glass measuring cup with a spout and whisk in butter until smooth. Divide among 8 serving dishes and chill for at least 4 hours until custards are set.
- Make the ganache: In a small saucepan, heat cream until steaming. Add chocolate and stir constantly over very low heat until just melted. Strain into a glass measuring cup with a spout.
- Pour a thin layer of ganache over the tops of the custards. You may not use all of the ganache depending on how wide your serving dishes are. Chill for at least 4 more hours to set the ganache. Serve with whipped cream on top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 563, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 30 grams, Sodium 300 milligrams, Sugar 24 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Devin Furgeson
[email protected]I'm definitely going to try this recipe next time I have a dinner party.
M. Rafiq
[email protected]Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Cassandra Henry
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe again with different flavors of pudding and ganache.
Rocky Road
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family.
Umer Rahim
[email protected]I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves butterscotch pudding and chocolate ganache.
Karma Ellis
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. It's not the best butterscotch pudding I've ever had, but it's definitely worth trying.
MOHAMMAD AL ALI
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the ganache to set. I ended up putting it in the refrigerator for a few hours and it turned out fine.
best kingjim haïti
[email protected]The ganache was a bit too sweet for my taste. I used semisweet chocolate instead of bittersweet chocolate and it was perfect.
Bass on beat
[email protected]I thought the butterscotch pudding was a bit bland. I added some extra vanilla extract and it improved the flavor a lot.
Purushottam Shrestha
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the pudding turned out perfectly. The ganache was a bit too thick for my taste, but that's an easy fix.
Ravi Magar
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. I will definitely be making it again and again.
Tabitha Wanjogu
[email protected]I made this for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up!
Shanto dav neily
[email protected]I love the way the butterscotch and chocolate flavors complement each other. This is definitely a new favorite dessert.
Maranatha Perry
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it!
Basu Khan
[email protected]I've tried many butterscotch pudding recipes, but this one is by far the best. The ganache is the perfect finishing touch.
Onday Zbyszko
[email protected]I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Loghan Mfuka
[email protected]This butterscotch pudding with chocolate ganache was a hit! The pudding was creamy and smooth, and the ganache was rich and decadent. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.