Indulge in the rich and velvety delight of Decadent Chocolate Cream—an irresistible dessert that’s as luxurious as it is easy to make. This sophisticated recipe combines dark chocolate (70% cocoa) with creamy whipped heavy cream, egg yolks, and a hint of vanilla for a silky smooth texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for chocolate lovers, the recipe is brought to life with techniques like gently folding freshly whipped cream into a luscious chocolate custard base, ensuring a light yet decadent finish. Ready in just 25 minutes of active prep and cooking time, this no-bake dessert chills beautifully in the fridge for a flawless presentation. Perfect for dinner parties, romantic evenings, or a comforting treat, this creamy chocolate indulgence will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Place the chopped dark chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl and set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, bring 200 ml of the heavy cream to a simmer. Do not let it boil.
Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let sit for 1-2 minutes, then whisk until smooth and fully melted. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
Slowly pour the chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to combine evenly.
Return the mixture to the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture lightly coats the back of the spoon, about 2-3 minutes. Do not let it boil.
Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
In another bowl, whip the remaining 200 ml of heavy cream until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture until fully combined and smooth.
Transfer the chocolate cream into serving dishes or use it as desired in your favorite desserts. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving for the best texture.
Calories |
2990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 236.6 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.4 g | 677% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1138 mg | 379% | |
| Sodium | 344 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.8 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 108.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 25.6 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 1513 mg | 32% | |
*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.