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Crème Dessert Café Chocolat
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Crème Dessert Café Chocolat

A smooth, rich dessert combining bitter dark chocolate with intense coffee notes. Quick and easy to make, this homemade crème impresses with its silky texture and perfect balance of flavors, ideal for last-minute guests.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts rapides
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee (cooled)
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca starch (Maïzena)
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Copeaux de chocolat (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, combine milk, sugar, coffee, and cocoa powder. Heat over medium until warm, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  2. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, tapioca starch, and salt. Gradually add 1/2 cup of the warm milk mixture to the yolks, then reincorporate into the saucepan.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and smooth (about 2–3 minutes). Strain into a clean bowl.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve chilled in ramequins, garnished with chocolate shavings.

Notes

Adjust coffee strength or cocoa powder to taste. Straining ensures a silky texture. Chill thoroughly before serving.