Egg-free chocolate cream | A simple and economical recipe

A real family recipe

They are more economical than creams bought in stores. And so much better! It is the family dessert par excellence that is passed down from generation to generation. An idea for an activity for a day of confinement or a rainy day…

THE INGREDIENTS (for about 6 small jars or ramekins):

1/2 l milk
60gr of sugar
125gr of chocolate
30gr of flour (or 10gr of cornflour)
1 vanilla bean (optional)

THE RECIPE

Melt the chocolate in very little water (ideally in a double boiler)
When it is melted, add the milk, sugar and vanilla.
Boil. Cover and let infuse.
Dilute the flour (or cornflour) with 3 or 4 tablespoons of water
Gradually pour over the hot chocolate from which you have removed the vanilla
Return the mixture to the heat and cook, stirring for 5 to 6 minutes
You can add a knob of butter at the end.
Pour into a bowl or small jars.
Refrigerate them before serving

TRICKS:

1 – Add a few small pieces of orange peel, it flavors the cream and it’s delicious!
2 – You can also pour the preparation into a large porcelain dish with a rim not too high (for a family dessert)