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If you are trying to do something unique for special occasions, this chocolate pate recipe is an exceptional choice. This dessert excels in taste, appearance, and presentation, yet it remains surprisingly easy to prepare. Often compared to a rich fudge, this chocolate pate is significantly softer and offers a more luxurious mouthfeel. The deep, sweet flavor of the chocolate is perfectly enhanced by the tart, refreshing tang of a homemade cranberry coulis. If you prefer a milder fruit profile, raspberry makes an excellent alternative for this recipe.
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Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Pate
- Velvety, melt-in-your-mouth texture
- Sophisticated balance of sweet and tart flavors
- Impressive presentation for dinner parties
- Simple, make-ahead steps
Ingredients for Chocolate Pate with Cranberry Coulis
Cranberry Coulis
For the best results, I recommend using high-quality ingredients like those from Ocean Spray.
- 1 1/2 cups Ocean Spray® Jellied Cranberry Sauce
- 3/4 cup Ocean Spray® Cranberry Juice Cocktail
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Pate
Using premium chocolate, such as Nestle Toll House morsels, ensures a smooth and consistent melt for your pate.
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 cups (12-oz. pkg.) Nestle® Toll House® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional whipped cream for garnish
Directions
How to Make Cranberry Coulis
Place the cranberry sauce, cranberry juice cocktail, and lime juice in a blender and cover. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth. Refrigerate the coulis until you are ready to serve. This recipe makes approximately 1 3/4 cups.
How to Make the Chocolate Pate
1. Line an 8 x 4-inch baking pan with plastic wrap. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of the whipping cream and the egg yolk.
2. In a heavy-duty medium saucepan, combine the chocolate morsels, corn syrup, and butter. Melt over the lowest possible heat. When the morsels begin to melt, remove from the heat and stir. Return to the heat for just a few seconds at a time, stirring until the mixture is perfectly smooth. Remove from heat.
3. Add the cream and egg yolk mixture to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
4. In a small mixer bowl, beat the remaining whipping cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the chocolate mixture into the whipped cream. Pour the final mixture into your prepared pan and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight or freeze for 3 hours.
To Serve
To serve, spoon a pool of Cranberry Coulis onto a dessert plate. Carefully place a slice of the Chocolate Pate on top. Garnish with a dollop of fresh whipped cream and enjoy.