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Easy Chocolate Pots de Crème

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A rich and silky no-bake chocolate dessert made with cream, milk, egg yolks, and semisweet chocolate. Chocolate pots de crème deliver a luxurious texture and deep chocolate flavor in an easy, make-ahead format.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 5 large egg yolks
  • 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream and whole milk over medium heat until small bubbles form at the edges. Do not boil. Remove from heat.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Slowly add half of the hot cream mixture while whisking to temper the yolks.
  3. Return the tempered yolks to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
  4. Add the chopped chocolate, espresso powder (if using), and salt. Let sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth.
  5. Strain the custard through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any cooked egg bits.
  6. Divide the mixture evenly among six 4-ounce ramekins. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
  7. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving for best texture.

Notes

  • Use bittersweet chocolate for a richer, less sweet version.
  • For dairy-free, use coconut cream and plant-based milk like cashew or oat.
  • Add a splash of vanilla or pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor depth.
  • Top with whipped cream, berries, or chocolate shavings before serving.

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