Rich, Dark Chocolate Pate With Raspberry Splash

Name: Rich, Dark Chocolate Pate With Raspberry Splash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (Valrhona or Callebaut); 1 cup whipping cream; 4 tablespoons butter; 4 egg yolks; 1/2 cup icing sugar; 6 tablespoons Cointreau liqueur or 6 tablespoons Grand Marnier; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for dusting); Raspberry Splash; 10 ounces frozen raspberries, thawed; 3 tablespoons berry sugar; 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

15 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (Valrhona or Callebaut)
1 cup whipping cream
4 tablespoons butter
4 egg yolks
1/2 cup icing sugar
6 tablespoons Cointreau liqueur or 6 tablespoons Grand Marnier
2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for dusting)
Raspberry Splash
10 ounces frozen raspberries, thawed
3 tablespoons berry sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice

1
Line a 9 by 5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
2
Place chopped chocolate into the top of a double boiler; add cream and butter. Melt over medium heat, stirring until completely smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for 1 minute, continuing to stir.
3
Whisk in egg yolks. Sift icing sugar into chocolate mixture, whisking constantly. Whisk in liqueur. Pour into prepared pan.
4
Chill for at least 8 hours to set, or overnight.
5
Unmould cake, removing paper. Dust top with cocoa powder. Drizzle a large spoonful of the raspberry splash on each plate. Using a hot, wet knife, slice cake and place on plate.
6
Raspberry Splash: In a food processor, puree raspberries, berry sugar and lemon juice. Pass sauce through sieve to remove seeds.
7
Note: I have taken this recipe and cut it in half quite successfully ~ or ~ I have placed the cake in 2 smaller loaf pans and frozen one. Freeze for 1 month.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (Valrhona or Callebaut), 1 cup whipping cream, 4 tablespoons butter, 4 egg yolks, and more.

Yes, Rich, Dark Chocolate Pate With Raspberry Splash falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!