Dark Chocolate Crème Brûlée

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Dark Chocolate Crème Brûlée
63 min.
6
214kcal

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Indulge in the rich and velvety delight of Dark Chocolate Crème Brûlée, a luxurious dessert that is not only gluten-free but also a feast for the senses. This exquisite treat combines the deep, intense flavors of bittersweet chocolate with the creamy texture of a classic custard, making it the perfect ending to any meal. With just a hint of almond and vanilla extracts, each spoonful offers a delightful surprise that will leave your taste buds dancing.

What sets this recipe apart is its simplicity and elegance. In just over an hour, you can create a restaurant-quality dessert that will impress your family and friends. The process of caramelizing the sugar on top adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the smooth custard beneath. Plus, the addition of reduced-calorie whipped topping gives it a light finish, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a special dessert, this Dark Chocolate Crème Brûlée is sure to be a showstopper. Serve it in charming ramekins for an elegant presentation, and watch as your guests marvel at your culinary skills. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a delightful journey of flavors that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • 3.5 ounce bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • large egg yolk lightly beaten
  • cups chocolate milk 1% low-fat
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoons non-dairy whipped topping frozen thawed reduced-calorie

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • ramekin
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 30
  2. Heat milk in a heavy saucepan over medium heat to 180 or until tiny bubbles form around edge (do not boil), stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat; add chocolate, stirring occasionally, until chocolate melts. Stir in extracts.
  4. Combine egg yolk and salt in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk. Gradually add milk mixture to egg mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk. Divide mixture evenly among 6 (4-ounce) ramekins, custard cups, or shallow baking dishes.
  5. Place ramekins in a 13 x 9-inch baking pan, and add hot water to pan to a depth of 1 inch.
  6. Bake at 300 for 40 minutes or until center barely moves when ramekin is touched.
  7. Remove ramekins from pan, and cool completely on a wire rack. Cover ramekins, and chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Sift 1 teaspoon sugar evenly over each custard. Holding a kitchen torch about 2 inches from top of each custard, heat sugar, moving torch back and forth, until sugar is completely melted and caramelized. Top with 1 tablespoon whipped topping.
  9. Serve custards immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories214kcal
Protein11%
Fat46.1%
Carbs42.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.68
Glycemic Load
2.79
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.6243478228217%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:213.94kcal
10.7%
Fat:10.87g
16.72%
Saturated Fat:5.75g
35.92%
Carbohydrates:22.75g
7.58%
Net Carbohydrates:21.34g
7.76%
Sugar:19.6g
21.78%
Cholesterol:127.65mg
42.55%
Sodium:113.08mg
4.92%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.36%
100%
Caffeine:15.06mg
5.02%
Protein:5.83g
11.67%
Phosphorus:170.59mg
17.06%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.44%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.61%
Calcium:135.75mg
13.57%
Selenium:9.45µg
13.5%
Copper:0.24mg
12%
Magnesium:40.94mg
10.24%
Vitamin D:1.53µg
10.19%
Iron:1.55mg
8.64%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.52%
Potassium:255.57mg
7.3%
Zinc:1.06mg
7.09%
Vitamin A:338.36IU
6.77%
Vitamin B5:0.64mg
6.4%
Fiber:1.41g
5.63%
Folate:19.18µg
4.8%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.28%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.47%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.75%
Vitamin K:1.5µg
1.43%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.27%
Source:My Recipes