Chocolate Mint Pots De Creme
Indulge in the silky decadence of Chocolate Mint Pots de Crème, a sophisticated dessert that marries the richness of semisweet chocolate with the refreshing brightness of fresh mint. Perfectly portioned in individual ramekins, this elegant custard is infused with a mint-steeped cream base, creating a luxurious depth of flavor. A gentle water bath ensures the velvety, creamy texture that makes every bite unforgettable. Topped with an optional dollop of whipped cream and garnished with chocolate shavings or a sprig of mint, this dessert is both stunning and satisfying. Ready in under an hour (plus chilling time), this recipe is ideal for dinner parties or as a refined treat to elevate any occasion. Keywords: chocolate mint, pots de creme, custard dessert, elegant dessert recipe, chocolate dessert recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 6 ounces Semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 6 Large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Chocolate shavings or fresh mint sprigs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Arrange six small ramekins (4 to 6 ounces each) in a deep baking dish.
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and fresh mint leaves. Heat over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, stirring occasionally. Remove the saucepan from heat, cover it, and let the mint steep for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
After steeping, strain the cream mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into the bowl with the chopped chocolate. Discard the mint leaves. Stir the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
Slowly pour the warm chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
Once fully combined, divide the custard mixture evenly among the prepared ramekins.
Carefully pour hot water into the baking dish, surrounding the ramekins, until the water reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. This creates a water bath, which ensures gentle and even cooking.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the custards are set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.
Before serving, optionally top each pot de creme with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or a sprig of fresh mint.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 251.0 g | 322% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.9 g | 714% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1609 mg | 536% | |
| Sodium | 891 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.1 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.1 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 158.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1130 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 29.6 mg | 164% | |
| Potassium | 2411 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
