Silky Chocolate Custard

Indulge in the luxurious decadence of Silky Chocolate Custard, a rich and creamy dessert that’s perfect for any chocolate lover. Made with velvety heavy cream, smooth melted dark chocolate, and a touch of vanilla for added depth, this custard is baked to perfection in a gentle water bath to achieve its signature silky texture. Six large egg yolks provide a luscious, custard-like consistency, while a fine-mesh straining step ensures the final result is irresistibly smooth. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a chill in the fridge before serving, this make-ahead dessert is ideal for dinner parties or as a refined treat to elevate your evening. Serve it plain or garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an effortlessly elegant finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 6 large egg yolks
• 6 ounces chocolate (60-70% cacao), chopped
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and milk. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped chocolate until completely melted and smooth.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined and slightly thickened.

Step 5

Slowly pour the hot chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from cooking.

Step 6

Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any cooked egg bits.

Step 7

Divide the custard mixture evenly into 6 ramekins.

Step 8

Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bath.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven.

Step 10

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the custards are set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 11

Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature.

Step 12

Once cooled, refrigerate the custards for at least 2 hours before serving for a chilled dessert.

Step 13

Serve the chocolate custards as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(931.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2471.8

Total Fat 194.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1616.3mg	0%
Sodium 889.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 112.9g
Protein 24.2g	0%

Vitamin D 217.2IU	0%
Calcium 438.1mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 486mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.8%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 20.0%