Sugar-Free Silky Chocolate Custard
Indulge in the decadence of this *Sugar-Free Silky Chocolate Custard*, a creamy dessert that combines rich, velvety texture with guilt-free satisfaction. This low-carb treat is crafted with unsweetened almond milk, sugar-free dark chocolate, and a granulated erythritol sweetener, making it perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative to traditional chocolate desserts. The secret to its luxuriously smooth consistency lies in tempering egg yolks and gently cooking the mixture to perfection, with the final touch of dark chocolate and vanilla enhancing its deep, indulgent flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes (plus chilling time), this wholesome dessert is perfect for dinner parties or a solo sweet treat, served chilled with a sprinkle of cocoa or a handful of fresh berries. Perfect for keto, diabetic-friendly, or sugar-conscious diets, this chocolate custard is proof that you don’t have to sacrifice flavor for health.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cup granulated erythritol sweetener
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 ounces dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa, sugar-free)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together almond milk, cocoa powder, erythritol, cornstarch, and salt until smooth and no lumps remain.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and comes to a gentle simmer, about 5 minutes.
While the mixture is heating, in a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks until smooth.
Once the milk mixture is simmering, pour a small amount into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper them.
Slowly add the tempered egg yolks back to the saucepan with the milk mixture, whisking continuously to prevent curdling.
Reduce the heat to low, continuing to cook the custard while stirring constantly until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and dark chocolate until the chocolate is melted and the custard is smooth.
Strain the custard through a fine sieve to ensure it is completely smooth, discarding any solids that remain.
Divide the custard into individual serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Serve cold, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cocoa or a few fresh berries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.6 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 738 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 917 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.7 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 53.0 g | 189% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 1118 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 29.0 mg | 161% | |
| Potassium | 2442 mg | 52% | |
*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.
