I made these individual desserts for a driveway St. Patrick's Day gathering (cuz, y'know...covid, we don't need all those germy hands in a shared bowl) and they were a hit. This isn't your typical pudding, people. It is rich and chocolatey. Yes,chocolatey is a word--spell check let it pass.
I put a mint candy and mint leaf on it for St. Patty, but you could change it up for the season and do a peppermint candy or cane for Christmas, or berries for Valentine's Day or Easter, you get the idea.
The recipe as written makes 4-6 servings, but you can easily double this for more. You can even make these a day or two ahead if needed! Just cover them well with plastic wrap.
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Pots de Creme
6 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips (a good brand)
2 T. sugar
1 egg
1 t. pure vanilla extract
a pinch of sea salt or kosher salt
1/2 c. plus 2 T. heavy cream
optional garnish: whipped cream, cocoa powder, mint leaf, candy piece, etc.
Gather 4-6 small ramekins or bowls on a tray.
Put chocolate chips, sugar, egg, vanilla, and salt in a blender and pulse a few times to mix the ingredients.
Put the milk in a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 1 1/2 minutes until vigorously boiling.
Remove the center cap and turn the blender on low and blend for 15 seconds. Then, slowly (and carefully!) pour in the heavy cream.
Replace the center cap and blend on high for minute.
Pour the mix evenly in the bowls and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
Garnish before serving.
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oz = ounce
T = tablespoon
t = teaspoon
