Description
Indulge in the luxurious delight of Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse, a dessert that beautifully marries rich dark chocolate with the warm nuttiness of roasted hazelnuts. This creamy, velvety mousse is not only perfect for special occasions but also makes an exquisite treat for yourself. With just a handful of high-quality ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a dessert that will impress friends and family alike. Each spoonful offers a delightful experience topped with crushed hazelnuts and chocolate shavings, making it an unforgettable culinary masterpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 300ml heavy cream
- 100g roasted hazelnuts (unsalted)
- 3 large egg whites
- 75g granulated sugar
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form; be careful not to over-whip.
- Beat egg whites until frothy, gradually adding sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold melted chocolate into whipped cream, then carefully incorporate beaten egg whites.
- Fold in finely chopped hazelnuts, reserving some for garnish.
- Spoon mixture into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (150g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg