The 18th Century Chocolate Cream offers a delectable glimpse into the culinary past, where chocolate held a place of luxury and refinement. This recipe takes us back to a time when chocolate was a symbol of wealth and status, enjoyed in forms that straddled the line between a beverage and a dessert, offering a taste experience that was both novel and exquisite. This rich, thick concoction, reminiscent of the opulence of the 18th century, is a celebration of chocolate’s enduring appeal through the ages.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/3 cups whole milk (the base of our creamy delight)
- 1 cup heavy cream, plus an additional 1 to 3 tablespoons if needed (to enrich and thicken)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for sweetness)
- 2 large egg yolks (to emulsify and thicken)
- 6 ounces chocolate chips (the star of the show)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for flavor)
- Whipped cream, for garnish (because every exquisite dessert deserves a crown)
