Ingredients
Scale
- 200 grams dark chocolate, at least 70% cocoa
- 500 ml heavy cream, fresh and cold
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 150 ml fresh orange juice, freshly squeezed
- Zest of 1 orange, vibrant outer peel only
- 2 teaspoons agar-agar powder, fine
Instructions
- Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl.
- Set the bowl over a saucepan filled with simmering water and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and granulated sugar.
- Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely, and bring it just to a simmer.
- Remove from heat once you see bubbles forming around the edges.
- Sprinkle agar-agar powder evenly into the hot cream mixture while stirring vigorously to avoid lumps.
- Return to low heat and cook for about 2 minutes, continuing to stir until the agar-agar is fully dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from heat again and add in your melted chocolate, fresh orange juice, and orange zest.
- Whisk everything together until smooth and well combined.
- Pour your mixture into serving glasses or ramekins.
- Allow them to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before transferring them to the refrigerator.
- Chill for at least four hours or until set.
- Once set, garnish each posset with additional orange zest or shaved chocolate if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Store leftovers in airtight container.
Reheat gently in microwave, if desired.
Serve chilled with whipped cream.
Use high-quality chocolate for richness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg