Escape the snowy slopes of Nendaz and indulge in the rich decadence of our Chocolate Pots de Crème with Oranges in Grand Marnier. This luscious dessert is a tribute to Swiss-French winter cuisine, offering a velvety chocolate delight complemented by the vibrant citrus flavors of oranges soaked in Grand Marnier liqueur. It’s the perfect sweet treat to savor after an exciting day on the mountain.
Chocolate Pots de Crème with Oranges in Grand Marnier
If you’re wary of baking but dream of chocolate, this dessert will soon be your best friend. Oranges and chocolate go hand in hand, but strawberries and raspberries would work well instead. Here is how to make this flavorful dessert.
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
2 navel oranges, cut into supremes and juices saved
1 tablespoon Grand Marnier
2 tablespoons plus two teaspoons of sugar
1/3 cup heavy cream
2/3 cup whole milk
4 oz bittersweet chocolate
1 vanilla bean, sliced in half
4 egg yolks
Directions
Place orange segments, juice, Grand Marnier, and two teaspoons of sugar into a small bowl and set aside.
Preheat oven to 325˚F. In a medium saucepan, add milk, cream, and vanilla bean. Bring to a boil. Shut off the heat and remove the bean.
Add chocolate to a medium bowl and add milk mixture. Whisk well. Add egg yolks, two tablespoons of sugar, and whisk in a separate bowl. Then, mix a small amount of chocolate mixture with the eggs. Add eggs to the chocolate mixture and stir until combined.
Divide the mixture equally among 4 (4 oz) ramekins. Place ramekins in a small roasting pan. Fill the pan with hot tap water until the water reaches halfway up the ramekin. Cover with foil and gently place the pan in the oven. Cook until the custard has set, about 35 minutes. Serve with orange slices and whipped cream, if desired.
