Easy Chocolate Custard

Easy Chocolate Custard

A quick, lower-fat, rich chocolate custard that does not require baking or water baths. No one will ever guess it takes 10 minutes to make! Top with whipped cream before serving.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs 10 mins
Total Time:
4 hrs 25 mins
Yield:
2 cups
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups low-fat milk
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon brandy (Optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1
Beat eggs and vanilla extract together in a medium bowl until combined; set aside.

Step 2
Whisk milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, brandy, and salt together in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until boiling and thickened, 6 to 8 minutes. Reduce heat to low.

Step 3
Slowly pour 1/2 of the milk mixture into the beaten eggs while stirring; pour mixture back into the saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, until thick, 2 to 3 minutes. Do not boil.

Step 4
Let custard cool to room temperature, at least 10 minutes. Refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

187
Calories
6g
Fat
25g
Carbs
8g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 187
% Daily Value *
Total Fat6g 7%
Saturated Fat3g 14%
Cholesterol103mg 34%
Sodium159mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate25g 9%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars19g
Protein8g
Vitamin C0mg 1%
Calcium163mg 13%
Iron1mg 7%
Potassium301mg 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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