Dark Chocolate Ganache {Chocolate Pots de Creme}

This recipe for Dark Chocolate Ganache {Chocolate Pots de Creme} is an indulgent dessert, that’s simple to prepare and will knock your socks off!

Over the weekend, we were invited to dinner by friends.  It was a bit of a last-minute thing and I didn’t want to show up empty-handed.  I didn’t have a lot of time or ingredients, but after a quick inventory of the kitchen, I was able to whip these up in no time.

Why This Recipe Works

• The addition of coffee and Vanilla enhances the chocolate flavor and cuts down on the sweetness.
• It takes minutes to prepare and can be easily adapted with your favorite liquor.

Classic Chocolate ganache is a 1:1 mixture of chocolate and cream, but this recipe kicks up the flavor, bringing ganache to the next level.

This is my version of the Chocolate pots de creme. It’s a rich, creamy, and luxurious dessert that can be thrown together easily, but gives an impressive presentation.  I was making this for a family-friendly evening, but for grown-ups, add a couple of tablespoons of your favorite liqueur for an added indulgence.

How To Make Dark Chocolate Ganache {Chocolate Pots de Creme}

In a small saucepan or the microwave, heat the cream just until hot.

Pour the chocolate mixture into dessert glasses dividing it evenly.

 

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Other Uses for This Recipe

• As an indulgent filling for cakes or pastries.
• Whipped into a fluffy frosting.
• Use it as a dip for fruit.
• As a filling in sandwich cookies

Dark Chocolate Ganache {Chocolate Pots de Creme}

A luxurious, quick and easy dessert that will impress your friends and become a family favorite!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Refrigeration Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: French

Keyword: Chocolate dessert recipe, Chocolate Pots de Creme, Dark Chocolate Ganache

Servings: 6

Calories: 401kcal

Author: Erren Hart of Erren's Kitchen

Ingredients

• 2 cups whipping cream
• 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 5 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
• 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Cups - Metric

Instructions

• In a small saucepan or the microwave, heat the cream just until hot.
• Place the chocolate, sugar, coffee granules, and vanilla into a medium mixing bowl
• When the cream is just bubbling, pour it over the chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth.
• Pour the chocolate cream into dessert glasses dividing it evenly into 6.
• Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition

Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 890IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1.8mg

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Update Notes: This post was originally published on Apr 16, 2014, but was republished with new photos, step by step instructions, tips, and FAQs in Jan of 2020.