Decadent Chocolate Custard
This rich and creamy custard can be made entirely on top of the stove–no need to bake in a water bath. Remember to buy a high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Land O Lakes® Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/3 cup milk
- 6 ounces high-quality semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 4 large Land O Lakes® Eggs (yolks only)
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine whipping cream and milk in 2-quart heavy saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, 2-3 minutes or until mixture just comes to a boil. Immediately remove from heat. Add chocolate; whisk until melted and smooth.
- 2
Whisk yolks in bowl just to blend. Slowly and gradually whisk warm chocolate mixture into beaten yolks. Return chocolate mixture to same saucepan; add salt. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, 3-5 minutes or until mixture thickens. Do not boil.
- 3
Divide custard evenly among 6 (3-ounce) custard cups. Cool completely. Cover; chill 1 hour or until serving time.
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