Chilli Chocolate Posset
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
There's something magical about combining dark chocolate with a whisper of chilli, and I've fallen head over heels for this posset. The beauty of this dessert is that it comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for those moments when you want something impressive but don't have all day. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little virtuous while indulging. The chilli adds this unexpected warmth that makes your taste buds sit up and take notice, creating a sophisticated dessert that feels restaurant quality but tastes like home. Trust me, once you try it, you'll be making it again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 300dark chocolate
- 1chilli flakes
- 200heavy cream
- 200sugar
- 1salt
- 100unsalted butter
- 4eggs
- 50cocoa powder
- 1chilli powder
- 1ground cinnamon
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter and chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and a pinch of salt until pale and fluffy.
- 3
Gradually pour the sugar mixture into the chocolate mixture, whisking constantly.
- 4
Add the heavy cream, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- 5
Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder, chilli flakes, and cinnamon.
- 6
Strain the posset into individual serving cups.
- 7
Sprinkle a pinch of chilli flakes on top, if desired.
- 8
Refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours.
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