Indulge in the decadence of French Chocolate, a luxurious dessert drink that celebrates the deep, velvety richness of 70% dark chocolate. This easy yet elegant recipe combines silky heavy cream, a hint of vanilla, and just the right touch of powdered sugar to create a perfectly balanced treat. Melted together with unsalted butter, the result is an irresistibly smooth and creamy chocolate experience, enhanced optionally by delicate sea salt flakes for a gourmet twist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for cozy nights in or as an impressive finale to a dinner party. Serve warm in petite cups or ramekins, and elevate the moment with a dollop of whipped cream or a dusting of cocoa powder. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this French-inspired treat is pure indulgence in every sip!
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and set aside in a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Heat over medium-low heat until the cream is just about to simmer (do not let it boil).
Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.
Gently stir the chocolate and cream mixture with a spatula until smooth and fully combined.
Add the unsalted butter and powdered sugar to the mixture, stirring until the butter is melted and all ingredients are fully incorporated.
If desired, stir in the sea salt flakes for a hint of salted chocolate flavor.
Serve warm in small cups or ramekins as a rich chocolate experience. Optionally, garnish with a dollop of whipped cream or a pinch of cocoa powder.
Calories |
1991 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 151.9 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.0 g | 445% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 1057 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.9 g | ||
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 1440 mg | 31% | |
*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.