Chocolate Butter Cream
Source: Dr. Atkin's Quick & Easy New Diet Cookbook
December 08, 2005
Carbs: 4.4 grams
Ingredients:
4 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons cognac
12 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon shaved, unsweetened dark chocolate
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 packet sugar substitute (do not use Equal or aspartame; they lose their sweetness when heated)
Instructions:
Beat the egg yolks, cognac, vanilla extract, chocolate, butter, and sugar substitute in a large bowl with an electric mixer for 2 minutes. Place the mixture in the top of a double boiler over gently simmering water and cook it for 7 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat, let cool to room temperature, and serve.
