Dame Blanche
Dame Blanche (DAHM BLAHNSH)
Vanilla Ice Cream with Hot Chocolate Sauce
Scoops of pure vanilla ice cream drenched in a cascade of warm, glossy Belgian dark chocolate sauce — Belgium's most beloved and simple dessert.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: glass dessert coupe
Garnishes: whipped cream, wafer
Accompaniments: speculoos biscuit
Instructions
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1
Heat cream and sugar in a saucepan until steaming. Remove from heat.
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2
Add chopped chocolate and butter. Let sit 1 min, then stir until smooth and glossy.
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3
Place 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream in each dessert bowl.
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4
Pour the warm chocolate sauce generously over the ice cream. Top with whipped cream.
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5
Serve immediately while the sauce is still warm and flowing.
Did You Know?
The name "Dame Blanche" (White Lady) likely comes from the contrast between the pure white ice cream and the dark chocolate sauce, though some trace it to medieval folklore.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- saucepan
- ice cream scoop
- dessert bowls
Garnishing
whipped cream, wafer
Accompaniments
speculoos biscuit
The Story Behind Dame Blanche
Dame Blanche became a fixture on Belgian brasserie menus in the mid-20th century. Its simplicity is deceptive — the quality depends entirely on using premium Belgian chocolate and real vanilla ice cream. It remains the most ordered dessert in Belgian restaurants.
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