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Chocolate Coeur a la Creme

This Chocolate Coeur a la Creme is a rich and creamy French dessert that will impress your guests!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup whipping cream divided
  • 1 cup raspberry sauce or puree to garnish (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries to garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Coeur a la Creme mold or cheesecloth
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Prepare Your Mold
    If you’re using a Coeur a la Creme mold, make sure it’s clean and dry. If using cheesecloth, line a small bowl with it, allowing the edges to hang over the sides to create a pouch for the dessert.
  2. Step 2: Mix the Base
    In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and butter. Using an electric mixer, beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy, and there are no lumps remaining.
  3. Step 3: Whip the Cream
    In a separate bowl, whip ½ cup of the whipping cream until stiff peaks form. This will add airiness to the dessert.
  4. Step 4: Fold It In
    Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture using a rubber spatula. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream; you want to maintain that light texture.
  5. Step 5: Transfer to Mold
    Spoon the mixture into your prepared mold or cheesecloth-lined bowl. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Step 6: Chill
    Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible. This allows the dessert to set properly.
  7. Step 7: Unmold and Serve
    Once set, carefully remove the dessert from the mold by inverting it onto a serving plate. If using cheesecloth, gently lift the dessert out and peel away the cloth. Serve with raspberry sauce or fresh raspberries for garnish.

Notes

  • Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • Chill the dessert overnight for the best texture.
  • Use a rubber spatula to gently fold in whipped cream to maintain airiness.