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Rich Chocolate Pots with Brandy-Soaked Cherries

Indulgent dark chocolate pots layered over warm, brandy-soaked cherries and chilled until perfectly set. A decadent vegetarian dessert.

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Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 414.2 kcals 2485.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 32.1 grams 192.8 grams
Fat 29.8 grams 178.6 grams
Protein 4.7 grams 28.2 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
tbsp
Golden Caster Sugar
200
g
Dark Chocolate
good quality, preferably 70% cocoa, broken into pieces
1
piece
Dark Chocolate
for garnish
Dairy
290
ml
Single Cream
2
piece
Egg Yolks
large, free-range
Fruits
200
g
Cherries
fresh, stones removed
Liquids
1
tbsp
Cherry Brandy

Steps

  • Dissolve sugar in 2-3 tablespoons of water in a saucepan over gentle heat.
  • Simmer cherries in the syrup for 5-8 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in cherry brandy and leave to cool slightly.
  • Melt chocolate and cream together in a bowl over simmering water.
  • Whisk egg yolks into the cooled chocolate mixture until smooth.
  • Layer cherries into six ramekins, top with chocolate, and chill until set.
  • Garnish with grated dark chocolate before serving.