Description
A rich and creamy dessert that combines the deep flavors of dark chocolate with the bright zest of orange.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g dark chocolate
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
- Add the orange zest and juice, folding gently until combined.
- Divide the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger orange flavor, add more zest.
- Ensure the chocolate is cooled slightly before mixing with the eggs to prevent scrambling.
- Serve with additional orange slices for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg