French Chocolate

Indulge in the decadence of French Chocolate, a luxurious dessert drink that celebrates the deep, velvety richness of 70% dark chocolate. This easy yet elegant recipe combines silky heavy cream, a hint of vanilla, and just the right touch of powdered sugar to create a perfectly balanced treat. Melted together with unsalted butter, the result is an irresistibly smooth and creamy chocolate experience, enhanced optionally by delicate sea salt flakes for a gourmet twist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for cozy nights in or as an impressive finale to a dinner party. Serve warm in petite cups or ramekins, and elevate the moment with a dollop of whipped cream or a dusting of cocoa powder. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this French-inspired treat is pure indulgence in every sip!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 200 ml Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 30 grams Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Optional: Sea salt flakes

Directions

Step 1

Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and set aside in a heatproof bowl.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Heat over medium-low heat until the cream is just about to simmer (do not let it boil).

Step 3

Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.

Step 4

Gently stir the chocolate and cream mixture with a spatula until smooth and fully combined.

Step 5

Add the unsalted butter and powdered sugar to the mixture, stirring until the butter is melted and all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 6

If desired, stir in the sea salt flakes for a hint of salted chocolate flavor.

Step 7

Serve warm in small cups or ramekins as a rich chocolate experience. Optionally, garnish with a dollop of whipped cream or a pinch of cocoa powder.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	436.7 grams (436.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1991

Total Fat 151.90g	195%
Saturated Fat 89.00g	445%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 1057mg	46%
Total Carbohydrate 122.30g	44%
Dietary Fiber 21.80g	78%
Total Sugars 77.90g
Protein 15.60g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 147mg	11%
Iron 24mg	132%
Potassium 1440mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.3%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 25.5%