Description

This Chocolate Pastry Cream is a delightful treat with its rich cocoa flavor, simple preparation, and luscious chocolate chips. Ideal for filling pastries or as a delicious dessert topping, it’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!

Ingredients

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30 g cornstarch (¼ cup)
150 g granulated sugar (¾ cup), divided
10 g unsweetened cocoa powder (2 tablespoons)
4 large egg yolks
454 g whole milk (2 cups or 475 ml), divided
28 g unsalted butter (2 tablespoons)
58 g chocolate chips (2 oz or about ⅓ cup)
¼ teaspoon kosher salt or fine sea salt

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Instructions

Line a half-sheet baking pan with plastic wrap, covering the sides of the pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together cornstarch, ½ cup of sugar, and cocoa powder. Add egg yolks and ½ cup of milk, whisking until smooth. Set aside.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour in the remaining milk and add the remaining sugar. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
Once the milk has boiled, slowly pour about ¼ cup of hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly. Continue adding milk until only a couple tablespoons remain in the saucepan, then pour the egg-milk mixture back into the saucepan.
Reduce heat to medium and switch to a spatula. Stir constantly until the custard thickens and boils for about 10-15 seconds. Remove from heat.
Stir in the butter, chocolate chips, and salt until smooth and combined.
Pour the pastry cream into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Cover directly with plastic wrap and freeze for 15 minutes or until cooled to room temperature.
After freezing, transfer the pastry cream to another container, cover with plastic wrap, and chill in the fridge until ready to use.

Notes

Ensure to sift cocoa powder if clumpy for a smoother texture.
For the best flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips.
The pastry cream can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 230
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 120 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 130 mg