Chocolate pots with whipped cream

Chocolate pots with whipped cream
serves 8

200g good quality dark chocolate, broken onto pieces
40g butter
3 large eggs, separated
142ml double cream, lightly whipped
cocoa powder to decorate

Gently melt the chocolate and butter in a large bowl over a pan of hot water, stirring occasionally.

Meanwhile, whisk the egg whites in a large mixing bowl until fluffy and softly peaking.

Stir the yolks into the chocolate mixtue and mix well. Fold in the egg whites. Whisk again until thick and glossy, then pour into serving glasses and top with a spoonful of cream. Chill for 1 hour and serve with a light dusting of cocoa powder.

For more chocolate dessert recipes:
Chocolate orange tart
Chocolate torte
Frozen chocolate mousse