Chocolate Pots De Creme at the Table

Get ready to impress with these Chocolate Pots De Crème! They’re rich, decadent, and surprisingly simple to make. Whip them up quickly for date nights, dinner parties, holidays, or just because you deserve a little indulgence!

What Are Pots De Creme?

Pots de creme are a French dessert whose origin can be traced back to the 17th Century. When translated, the name literally means pots of cream in English. The name refers to both the tool used to cook the dessert as well as custard treat. Originally, the dessert was baked in delicate porcelain cups. However, today, they’re largely made using small ramekins. There are many variations of the recipe, like these chocolate pots de creme, sometimes referred to as just chocolate pots. However, no matter the flavor, they’re always smooth, silky, and tasty!

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Pots De Creme Recipe

If you love our chocolate mousse, you’re going to adore this recipe! Even more rich and decadent, it’s:

Made with 8 ingredients.
Combined in less than 10 minutes.
Great to prepare in advance.
Fancy enough to serve at parties and date nights yet simple enough for a weeknight treat!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Thanks to their elegant appearance, you might be surprised to learn that this chocolate pot de creme recipe comes together with just a handful of simple ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:

Dark Chocolate – Using high-quality dark chocolate (that is at least 60% cacao) is crucial to creating the rich, bold flavor we’re looking to achieve.
Milk – Whole milk works finest to create a smooth, silky texture. We do not recommend using reduced-fat options as your results won’t be the same.
Espresso – This helps enhance the chocolate taste. Strong coffee works, too, and feel free to use decaf varieties, if preferred.
Heavy Cream – Used to create a smooth texture and rich flavor.
Egg Yolks – These are used to help thicken the pots de creme without diluting their flavor.
Sugar – Granulated sugar helps reduce the bitterness of the dark chocolate for a well-rounded flavor.
Salt – Just a pinch helps enhance the rest of the ingredients.
Vanilla Extract – For the finest results, use high-quality pure vanilla extract. Trust us, you can taste the difference!

How to Make Chocolate Pots De Creme

Once you realize how simple these chocolate pots de creme are to make, they’re guaranteed to become your new go-to dessert. Just follow the steps below!

Cook. Add the milk, cream, egg yolks, coffee, sugar, and salt to a large, heavy-bottomed pot, and whisk to combine. Then, turn the heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring constantly until the mixture is thick enough to coat the spatula and is near boiling. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Blend. Pour the mixture into a blender along with the chocolate, and blend until the ingredients are well-combined and smooth.
Refrigerate. Divide the chocolate mixture into ramekins, and refrigerate until the mixture is set.
Serve. Top your dessert with whipped cream and berries, and serve cold!

Tips and Tricks

Although this recipe is super simple, we have a few extra tips to make sure it’s basically failproof!

Don’t Overcook. Be careful not to cook your cream mixture on too high of heat. Otherwise, your eggs will scramble!

Chop the Chocolate. For simple blending and to prevent a gritty texture, chop your chocolate into small pieces before adding it to the blender.

Scrape the Blender. Be sure to stop and scrape down the sides of your blender as needed while combining the ingredients.

Warm a Bit. Set your pots de creme out at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before serving to ensure the texture is silky smooth.

Topping Ideas

These chocolate pots de creme are incredibly satisfying on their own, but a topping or two never hurt! We love to serve them with a dollop of whipped cream and sliced berries, but they’re also incredible topped with:

Chocolate Shavings
Powdered Sugar
Caramel Sauce
Chocolate Chip Cookie Crumbles
Biscotti

How to Store

This chocolate pot de creme recipe is reliable for making ahead of time! Once prepared, they can be covered and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Just be sure to leave off the toppings until just before you’re ready to serve.

Common Questions about Pots de Creme

Are Chocolate Pots de Creme difficult to make?

Not at all! Despite their fancy name, they’re pretty straightforward. With just a few ingredients—like chocolate, cream, and egg yolks—you can whip up this indulgent dessert in nearly no time.

What’s the finest type of chocolate to use?

High-quality dark chocolate is the way to go. Look for chocolate with at least 60% cocoa content for a rich, intense flavor. The better the chocolate, the more luxurious your dessert will be.

Do I need special equipment to make them?

Not really. You’ll need basic kitchen tools like a saucepan, blender, whisk, spatula, and ramekins or small jars for serving. Some recipes use a blender for ease, but it’s not mandatory.

Are they gluten-free?

Yes! Traditional Chocolate Pots de Creme don’t contain any gluten, making them a great dessert option for those with gluten sensitivities. Just ensure that any added flavorings or toppings are also gluten-free.

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the Ayyem kitchenServings: 6 servings

Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 6 mins
Total: 11 mins

Rich and decadent, no one will believe how simple these Chocolate Pots De Creme are to make! Speedy to whip up, they're reliable for date nights, dinner parties, holidays, and everything in between! Email

Ingredients

9 ounces high-quality dark chocolate 60% or greater
1 cup whole milk
1 ¼ cups heavy cream
6 extra large egg yolks room temperature
⅓ cup espresso or strong brewed coffee slightly cooled*
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Optional: whipped cream and berries for serving

Instructions

Chop the chocolate, and place it in a high-speed blender. Set aside.9 ounces high-quality dark chocolate
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, add the milk, cream, egg yolks, espresso, sugar, and salt. Whisk to combine.1 cup whole milk, ⅓ cup espresso or strong brewed coffee, 1 ¼ cups heavy cream, 6 extra large egg yolks, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon salt
Turn the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring with a spatula for 5-6 minutes or until the mixture is thick enough to coat the spatula and is near boiling. NOTE – Be careful not to cook on high heat, or the eggs will scramble! Add the vanilla extract, and whisk to combine.2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Pour the mixture into the blender with the chocolate. Place a thick towel on top, and blend until the ingredients are well-combined and smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
Divide the mixture evenly into six 6-ounce ramekins.
Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set.
Let the chocolate pots de creme sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before serving. Top with whipped cream and berries, if desired, Enjoy!Optional: whipped cream and berries for serving
Store covered in the fridge for 2-3 days.