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Easy Chocolate Pots de Crème Recipe

For those moments when you want something sweet but don’t have much time, these Easy Chocolate Pots de Crème are perfect. They’re creamy, simple, and topped with dreamy frosting.

Prep Time
2 hrs
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 703 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: European

Ingredients

For the Pot de Creme
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chopped
For the Frosting
  • 1/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Pecans
  • 1/3 cup flaked coconut

Instructions

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  1. Whisk the milk, cream, vanilla, sugar, egg yolks, and salt together in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the mixture is thick enough to coat a spatula.
  2. Place the chocolate in the bowl of a countertop blender. Pour the egg mixture over the top of the chocolate. Securely attach the blender lid before puréeing the mixture to a smooth, velvety consistency.
  3. Divide the liquid into four small ramekins or dishes. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
To Make the Frosting
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  1. Combine the evaporated milk, brown sugar, egg yolk, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until thick, about 10 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the pecans and coconut. Cool to room temperature. Spoon the frosting onto the tops of the chilled pot de crème. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • This recipe makes four servings; however, I consolidated the pot de crème into two servings for the pictures.
  • To store your Easy Chocolate Pots de Crème, cover the ramekins with plastic wrap and keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • I wouldn’t recommend freezing them, as it can mess with the creamy texture. No need to reheat—these are best enjoyed chilled, but if you like, let them sit out for 10-15 minutes before digging in.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 703kcal (35%) Carbohydrates 55g (18%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 51g (78%) Saturated Fat 27g (135%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 16g Trans Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 277mg (92%) Sodium 78mg (3%) Potassium 407mg (12%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 48g (96%) Vitamin A 1284IU (26%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 174mg (17%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 703

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 703kcal 35%
Carbohydrates 55g 18%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 51g 78%
Saturated Fat 27g 135%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 16g 80%
Trans Fat 0.4g 20%
Cholesterol 277mg 92%
Sodium 78mg 3%
Potassium 407mg 9%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 48g 96%
Vitamin A 1284IU 26%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 174mg 17%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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