Pave Chocolate Recipe: Smooth, Raw Chocolate Made Easy

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Sweet chocolate with our pavé chocolate recipe

Today we're sharing a recipe for pavé chocolate, a dessert with a smooth, chewy texture that's sure to please. It's very simple to make, even for beginners, and you'll be able to make it at home with just a few simple ingredients and enjoy a cool and luxurious raw chocolate. It's a special dessert to share with family and friends, so let's get started with this pave chocolate recipe.

What is pavé chocolate?

Pavement chocolate, which means "raw chocolate" in French, is a dessert that originated in France. It's characterized by its smooth, chewy texture and rich chocolate flavor. It's simple to make, requiring only dark chocolate and whipped cream, and is finished with cocoa powder for a luxurious look. It has become one of the most popular desserts around the world, especially in Japan, where it's made famous by Roy's Chocolate.

It's a popular homemade dessert because of its luxurious flavor and simple preparation. In Europe, it's often served as a tea or coffee accompaniment, and to maximize the flavor of the chocolate, it's often served with a cup of fine-ground coffee or herbal tea.

Pave chocolate is great on its own, but you can add nuts or spices to it to give it a different flavor. For example, you can add chopped hazelnuts or a dash of vanilla bean for a richer flavor. You can also use green tea powder instead of cocoa powder for a luxurious green tea chocolate variation.

As you can see, pave chocolate is a perfect dessert on its own, but with a few tweaks, the possibilities are endless for creating a unique treat that's tailored to your personal taste.

For more information on pavé chocolate, see the Wikipedia's pavé chocolate articlefor more information.

Recipe: Making Pave Chocolate

Preparation materials

• Dark chocolate: 450 grams
• Milk chocolate: 150 grams (optional)
• Whipped cream: 300 g (2:1 ratio with chocolate)
• Cocoa powder: Moderate

*You can use only dark chocolate, or mix dark and milk to your liking. Whipped cream can be substituted with animal-free whipped cream.

Product information used

• Dark chocolate: Flavorful dark chocolate 👉 See products
• Whipped cream: Fresh animal cream 👉 See products
• Cocoa powder: Pure cocoa powder 👉 See products

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Preparation tools

• Bowl for heavy water
• Parchment or wrap
• Scales

The creation process

Prepare your ingredients

Measure all ingredients by weight. Have all your ingredients measured and ready to go before you start cooking.

Melting chocolate

In a bowl, combine 450 g dark chocolate and 150 g milk chocolate. Bring a pan of warm water to a boil, remove from the heat, and melt the chocolate over medium heat. As the chocolate melts, stir slowly and gently to combine. Be careful not to let the temperature of the water get too high.

Mixing whipped cream

Warm 300 g of the whipping cream. Place the whipping cream in a small saucepan over low heat, just until it starts to simmer around the edges. Slowly pour it into the prepared chocolate. Keep stirring until the chocolate and whipped cream are completely mixed and form a smooth paste. This will give the chocolate a consistent consistency and create a smooth texture.

Pouring into a mold

Pour the chocolate batter into a mold lined with parchment paper or plastic wrap. Spread the dough evenly and tap the mold lightly on the bottom to remove any air pockets. Place the mold in the refrigerator to set for at least 2 hours.

Drizzle cocoa powder

Remove the hardened chocolate and sift the cocoa powder over it and dust it generously with cocoa powder. You may also want to dust your work surface with cocoa powder to keep things clean.

Using a knife warmed with warm water, chop the chocolate into bite-sized pieces.

Finish by dusting the cut chocolate cross-section evenly with cocoa powder.

Once finished, refrigerate for 1 day to fully harden.

The many uses of pavé chocolate

Pave chocolate is a great dessert on its own, but it can be enjoyed in a variety of ways: as a dessert platter with fruit or cookies, like a chocolate fondue, or as a chocolate latte with milk. For special occasions, wrap it in a pretty wrapper and give it as a gift!

5 tips for success

• Melting the chocolate over medium heat is important for a smooth result.
• The trick to achieving a chewy texture is to use a 2:1 ratio of whipped cream to chocolate.
• Whipped cream has a delicate fat and water structure that separates easily when overheated, so warm it over low heat for short periods of time.
• Warm the blade to cut cleanly across the chocolate. Dip the blade in warm water and drain before using.
• Be sure to refrigerate the finished chocolate. Refrigerating the chocolate for an extra day will harden it and give it a better texture.

Closing thoughts

This pavé chocolate recipe is simple to make, and it's the perfect dessert to give as a gift. Its smooth, sweet flavor makes it a special chocolate that everyone loves, so try your hand at making this recipe and treat your family and friends to a thoughtful dessert. It's perfect for relaxing with a cup of tea, or as a dessert to impress at a home party. Sweeten your day with some homemade pavé chocolate! 😊

See other dessert recipes that use whipped cream

• Tiramisu Recipe - This is a simple eggless tiramisu recipe that uses whipped cream.
• Crème Brûlée Recipe - Use whipped cream for a sweet dessert similar to pudding.