Step 1: Heat the Milk and Cream
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream.
Heat over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
Step 2: Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a separate bowl, whisk together:
- Egg yolks
- Sugar
- Cornstarch
- Salt
Whisk until smooth and pale.
Step 3: Temper the Eggs
Slowly pour about ½ cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture while whisking constantly.
Gradually add another ½ cup, continuing to whisk.
Step 4: Cook the Custard
Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan.
Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5–7 minutes.
Step 5: Add the Chocolate
Remove from heat.
Add the chopped chocolate and vanilla extract.
Stir until completely melted and silky smooth.
Step 6: Strain (Optional)
For an extra-smooth custard, strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl.
Step 7: Chill
Divide among serving dishes.
Cover with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
Refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Serving Suggestions
- Top with freshly whipped cream.
- Sprinkle with chocolate curls or cocoa powder.
- Serve with strawberries or raspberries.
- Pair with crisp butter cookies.
Tips for Success
✔ Stir constantly while cooking to avoid lumps.
✔ Do not let the custard boil.
✔ Use high-quality chocolate for the richest flavor.
✔ Chill thoroughly before serving for the best texture.
Recipe Summary
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
- Servings: 6
This Creamy Chocolate Custard is luxuriously smooth, deeply chocolatey, and guaranteed to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.
