Chocolate Crème Brûlée
Indulge in the luxurious experience of Chocolate Crème Brûlée, a decadent dessert that marries rich chocolate with a silky custard and a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. This elegant treat is surprisingly simple to make, requiring only a few key ingredients and straightforward steps. Whether for a romantic dinner or a festive gathering with friends, each spoonful delivers a delightful contrast of creamy chocolate and crunchy sweetness, ensuring every bite leaves you craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 6 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 2 cups heavy cream (36% fat content)
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Melt dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually pour the warm cream mixture into the melted chocolate while stirring continuously until well blended.
- Divide the mixture into ramekins and place them in a baking dish filled with hot water halfway up their sides.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool and refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize with a torch or broiler until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 210mg