French Chocolate Mousse with Orange Recipe

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Brief

Prep 20 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Additional: 6hrs

Total: 6hrs30 mins

Servings: 10

Yield: 10 servings

French Chocolate Mousse with Orange Recipe

Ingredients

1 orange

zested

7 ounces dark chocolate (65 to 70% cocao)

chopped into small pieces

2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee

or more to taste

6 eggs

separated

room temperature

1 pinch salt

World Cuisine

Directions

Step 1

Grind orange zest using a mortar and pestle until it forms a smooth paste.

Step 2

Combine chocolate coffee and orange zest in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching until chocolate is melted about 5 minutes. Stir until smooth and remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly

Step 3

Beat egg whites and salt in a glass metal or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form (see Editor's Note).

Step 4

Add egg yolks to the slightly cooled chocolate mixture and stir until well combined. Pour over egg whites. Carefully fold together using a spatula until just combined.

Step 5

Pour mixture into 10 small dessert glasses or 1 large serving dish. Refrigerate at least 6 hours to overnight.

Nutritional Information

French Chocolate Mousse with Orange Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:10

Calories: 144.5

% Daily Value *

Protein: 4.5g 9%

Carbohydrates: 12.3g 4%

Dietary Fiber: 1.4g 5%

Sugars: 9.9g

Fat: 9.1g 14%

Saturated Fat: 1.8g 9%

Cholesterol: 99.2mg 33%

Vitamin A Iu: 134.9IU 3%

Niacin Equivalents: 0.8mg 6%

Vitamin C: 1.5mg 3%

Folate: 13.3mcg 3%

Calcium: 15.2mg 2%

Iron: 0.5mg 3%

Magnesium: 3.5mg 1%

Potassium: 42mg 1%

Sodium: 53.7mg 2%

Calories From Fat: 81.5

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.