Chocolate flan
Nutrition per serving
Chocolate flan: the gentleness of an egg custard meets the intensity of cocoa. Gluten-free, lightly sweetened and melting, it is a dessert loved by children and adults alike.
Preparation: 15 min | Cooking: 40 min | Servings: 6 | Difficulty: Easy
Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 199 kcal · 9 g protein · 15 g carbohydrate · 11 g fat
Ingredients
- 50 cl milk
- 100 g dark chocolate
- 4 eggs
- 40 g sugar
Method
- Heat the milk and melt the chocolate in it.
- Whisk the eggs with the sugar.
- Pour the chocolate milk over, stirring, then pour into ramekins.
- Bake for 40 minutes in a bain-marie at 160 °C.
Nutritional benefits
Dark chocolate provides its share of antioxidants and magnesium, and its intensity means you can cut back on sugar. With the eggs and milk, you get a high-protein, gluten-free flan that is healthier than shop-bought dessert creams.
Variations and substitutions
- Made with milk chocolate (milder).
- With a hint of coffee.
- With plant-based milk.
- As little pots of chocolate cream.
Storage and making ahead
Keeps for 3 days in the fridge; serve chilled.
💡 Good to know
Blend the mixture before pouring it: the flan will be even smoother and glossier.
Read more
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Foods in this recipe: milk · dark chocolate · eggs · sugar.
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