Super Easy and Delicious Coffee Pots de crème % Petit Porcini Desserts

Name: Super Easy and Delicious Coffee Pots de crème
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 250 ml Heavy cream; 250 ml milk; 2 espressos; 4 egg yolks (medium); 1/3 cup sugar (80g)

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Coffee pots de crème are the ultimate decadent dessert for coffee lovers. These baked custards are creamy, rich, and perfectly balanced between the bold flavours of espresso and the smoothness of heavy cream. The result is an indulgent treat that will leave your guests asking for the recipe!

Pot de crème (pronounced poh duh krem) is a classic French dessert, translating to "pot of cream." It’s a silky custard that’s gently baked in a water bath for the ultimate smooth texture. Unlike crème brûlée, which has a crisp caramelized top, pot de crème is served as a rich, spoonable dessert—perfect for those who love a creamy, coffee-infused indulgence.

spoon holding a coffee pot de creme custard on top of a glass jar on a blue plate.

If you love custard-based desserts, you might also enjoy my tea infused crème brûlée, custard flan, or even my vanilla crème brûlée tart! Or this is perfect is you only used egg whites for a recipe and need to use up the yolks.

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Super Easy and Delicious Coffee Pots de crème

⭐ Simple & Delicious – Here’s Why

This pot de crème recipe is not only a great way to use up egg yolks, but it also makes for the perfect dessert at dinner parties.
With just a few ingredients like whole milk, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract, you can create these individual desserts in custard cups that will wow anyone who loves the deep, smooth flavours of coffee.
Plus, the hardest (with is not!) part of this recipe is separating the egg yolk from the white, which is a breeze once you get the hang of it.

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This looks so creamy and luscious! The perfect dessert to serve up for coffee lovers!

☕ Ingredients Notes

Egg yolks: These are the base for the rich custard texture. The yolks provide the creamy consistency that makes this dessert so indulgent.
Heavy cream & Whole milk: These combine to create a luxuriously smooth base for your pots de crème. For heavy cream, use 35% and for the milk 2% is great.
Espresso: Instead of espresso powder, you’ll be using real espresso to provide that deep, rich coffee flavour. If you don't have espresso, you can also use strong brewed coffee.
Vanilla extract: Adds a subtle, sweet fragrance to balance the richness of the coffee.

labelled ingredients: egg yolks, sugar, coffee, milk and heavy cream.

🥣 Instructions

Whisk the egg yolks – In a separate bowl, mix the yolks with vanilla extract and a pinch of salt (picture 1).

Gently heat the cream and milk – Warm them over medium heat with the espresso, stirring frequently. Don’t let it boil—just heat until steaming (picture 2).

montage of 2 pictures: on the left 4 egg yolks and sugar and on the right a pot with beige milk.

Temper the eggs – Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly. This prevents the eggs from scrambling (Picture 3).

Prepare the water bath – Pour the custard into cups or ramekins (or anything that is oven proof), place them in a pan with high edge, and carefully add hot water around them for even baking.

montage 2 pictures: on the left milk poured in a glass mixing bowl and on the right a ladle pouring a beige liquid in glass jars.

Bake until just set – About 35-45 minutes. The custards should be set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Allow to cool down and set in the fridge for a couple of hours before serving.

5 glass jars with coffee pot de creme on a tray filled with coffee beans.

Add the final touch – Top with whipped cream and chocolate-covered coffee beans for extra flavour and texture or simply some dust with some cocoa.

💭 FAQ

What’s the difference between pot de crème and crème brûlée?

Both are French desserts with a similar custard base and baked in a water bath, but pot de crème does not have the signature caramelized sugar topping that defines crème brûlée. Pot de crème has a smoother, silkier texture.

Can I use regular coffee instead of espresso?

Yes! If you don’t have espresso, you can use strong brewed coffee for a similar flavor. Just make sure it's bold enough to stand out in the custard.

How do I know when my pots de crème are done?

The custard should be just set, with a slight jiggle in the center. To test it, gently tap the side of the custard cups. If the custard is firm but still wobbly in the center, it’s ready.

How long can I store coffee pots de crème?

You can store the pots de crème in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just be sure to keep them covered with plastic wrap to prevent them from absorbing any odours from the fridge.

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custard in a transparent pot on a blue plate filled with coffee beans.

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