France Pot de Crème
The intense flavor of dark chocolate or vanilla bean makes pot de crème a true French classic. This custard is made with eggs, heavy cream, milk, and sugar, traditionally baked in a water bath. Top each pot de crème with whipped cream or crème fraîche for a truly decadent treat. Recipe Servings: Serves 6
Prep Time
30 minutes
+ 310 hours resting
+ 310 hours resting
Cook Time
55 minutes
Total Time
311 hours 25 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
- 5 oz (140 g) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 cups (475 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1/3 cup (65 g) sugar
Directions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- In a medium saucepan, combine cream and milk. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Remove pot from heat. Add chocolate and whisk until melted.
- In large bowl, combine yolks and sugar. Whisk until blended. Gradually add chocolate mixture.
- Strain mixture into another bowl and allow to cool for about 10 minutes.
- Skim any foam from the surface.
- Divide the mixture among six ramekins or custard cups. Cover each with aluminum foil and place in a large baking dish. Add water until it covers the ramekins halfway up.
- Bake custards until they still move slightly when shaken, about 55 minutes.
- Remove ramekins from water. Chill for about 3 hours or until cold.
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