Chocolate cream dessert

Here’s a simple, classic chocolate cream dessert—smooth, rich, and no baking required 🍫

Chocolate Cream Cups

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 200 ml (¾ cup + 1 tbsp) heavy cream
• 200 ml (¾ cup + 1 tbsp) milk
• 100 g (3.5 oz) dark chocolate, chopped
• 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Heat the dairy
   In a saucepan, warm the milk and cream over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
2. Mix thickener
   In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold milk or water.
3. Thicken
   Add sugar, salt, and the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan. Whisk constantly until it thickens (about 2–3 minutes).
4. Add chocolate
   Remove from heat. Add chopped chocolate and vanilla. Stir until completely smooth.
5. Chill
   Pour into serving cups. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Optional toppings

• Whipped cream
• Chocolate shavings
• Fresh berries
• Crushed cookies or nuts

If you want something lighter, egg-based, or no dairy, tell me and I’ll tailor it for you 😊