Chocolate Mint Pots de Crème

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Chocolate Mint Pots de Crème
60 min.
8
498kcal

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If you're a fan of indulgent desserts with a twist of refreshing mint, this Chocolate Mint Pots de Crème is the perfect treat for you. Imagine rich, velvety chocolate custard infused with aromatic chocolate mint, offering a decadent flavor that’s both sweet and cool. With its luxurious texture and the irresistible combination of chocolate and mint, this dessert is sure to impress your guests at any occasion.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is that it’s gluten-free, making it an excellent choice for anyone with dietary restrictions. The process is surprisingly simple, with just a few steps to achieve the creamy, smooth consistency that pots de crème is famous for. The custards are baked to perfection, and the end result is a dessert that's both delicate and flavorful.

Not only does this dessert make a statement with its rich flavor, but it’s also visually stunning, topped with a dollop of whipped cream, fresh mint leaves, and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings. Whether you’re treating yourself to a special evening or looking to impress guests at a dinner party, this Chocolate Mint Pots de Crème will surely be the star of the show. Chill, serve, and let the compliments roll in!

Ingredients

  • ounces mint-filled chocolate squares for garnish (3 big handfuls)
  • 0.5 cup milk chocolate shavings 
  • large egg yolk 
  • cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  • cups milk 
  • cup sugar 
  • servings garnish: whipped cream sweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • pot
  • ramekin
  • baking pan
  • roasting pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat together cream, milk, and mint in a medium pot over medium heat until mixture starts to simmer.
  2. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep about 2 hours.
  3. Preheat oven to 30
  4. Set 8 ramekins (4 oz. each) in a large roasting pan or baking dish.
  5. Reheat cream mixture to a simmer; strain into a medium bowl.
  6. Whisk together sugar and yolks in a large bowl. Slowly add cream to yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
  7. Pour mixture into ramekins, dividing evenly. Fill pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up sides of ramekins.
  8. Cover pan with foil and bake until custards are set and jiggle only slightly in the center, about 30 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and let sit in hot water 30 minutes.
  10. Transfer ramekins to a baking sheet, cover, and chill at least 2 hours and up to 3 days.
  11. Serve with whipped cream, fresh mint leaves, and chocolate shavings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories498kcal
Protein6.21%
Fat62.2%
Carbs31.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.39
Glycemic Load
18.95
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.803043355112%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
3.29mg
Hesperetin
1.08mg
Apigenin
0.57mg
Luteolin
1.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:498.37kcal
24.92%
Fat:35.11g
54.02%
Saturated Fat:20.56g
128.48%
Carbohydrates:40.13g
13.38%
Net Carbohydrates:38.1g
13.85%
Sugar:35.62g
39.58%
Cholesterol:263.6mg
87.87%
Sodium:52.91mg
2.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:12.72mg
4.24%
Protein:7.89g
15.78%
Vitamin A:1718.71IU
34.37%
Phosphorus:213.97mg
21.4%
Selenium:13.94µg
19.91%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.41%
Calcium:177.54mg
17.75%
Vitamin D:2.57µg
17.1%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.72%
Vitamin B12:0.8µg
13.34%
Copper:0.24mg
12.11%
Magnesium:47.52mg
11.88%
Iron:2.01mg
11.19%
Folate:39.5µg
9.87%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.86%
Potassium:320.21mg
9.15%
Zinc:1.32mg
8.79%
Fiber:2.03g
8.13%
Vitamin E:1.14mg
7.61%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.94%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.11%
Vitamin C:3.74mg
4.53%
Vitamin K:3.38µg
3.22%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.08%
Source:My Recipes