Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz dark chocolate, melted
- 1 chocolate sponge cake layer, trimmed to fit an 8 inch pan
- 1 cup whipped cream for filling and topping
- Fresh berries or edible gold leaf for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Bake a chocolate sponge layer, then cut into discs to fit the pan.
- In a saucepan, whisk yolks, sugar and cornstarch. Heat milk and cream until simmering, then temper yolks and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in melted chocolate and vanilla.
- Let custard cool slightly. Assemble in a dish by layering sponge, custard and whipped cream. Repeat layers and finish with whipped cream.
- Chill at least 4 hours or overnight. Garnish with berries or edible gold leaf before serving.
Notes
- Chill time helps flavors meld and layers set together
- Prepare sponge a day ahead for easier assembly
- Use dairy free milk and coconut cream for a non dairy version
- Dust with cocoa powder for extra wizarding vibes
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Method: Layered dessert; bake sponge, chill to set
- Cuisine: British inspired, Wizarding world
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
