Dazzle your taste buds with the tantalizing flavors of black and white chocolate mousse, a delectable dessert that harmonizes the rich, bold notes of dark chocolate with the creamy sweetness of white chocolate. This culinary masterpiece offers a symphony of textures, from the airy lightness of the mousse to the decadent richness of the chocolate ganache. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey of indulgence as we present you with an exploration of the best recipes for creating this exquisite black and white chocolate mousse.
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BLACK AND WHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
Steps:
- Dark Mousse: In a bowl over barely simmering water, melt the bittersweet chocolate. Heat the milk in a saucepan until almost simmering and whisk it into the melted chocolate. Fold the whipped cream into the hot chocolate mixture; it will be rather soupy. Let cool slightly and transfer to a pastry bag or lockable plastic bag. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- White Mousse: In a bowl over barely simmering water, melt the white chocolate. Heat the creme fraiche in a saucepan until almost simmering and whisk it into the melted chocolate. Fold the whipped cream into the hot chocolate mixture; it will be rather soupy. Let cool slightly and transfer to a pastry bag or lockable plastic bag. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. (The recipe can be made up to this point and kept refrigerated up to 2 days in advance.)
- Insert the piece of plastic across the center (perpendicular to the bottom) of a ramekin or chocolate cup, so it divides the interior in half. If using plastic bags for piping, cut a corner off of each one. Pipe dark chocolate mousse on one side of the plastic, then white on the other. Pull out the plastic, and repeat. Refrigerate the ramekins until ready to serve.
- When ready to serve, make chocolate curls by shaving milk chocolate into curls with a sturdy vegetable peeler, and don't worry if they break up into shards. Shards look nice, too. Remove the mousses from the refrigerator. If using collar molds, warm the metal with a hot, damp cloth and then lift off. Sprinkle the chocolate curls on top and serve.
GUINNESS BLACK AND WHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
The Irish Pub Cookbook says a similar mousse using Guinness is served at the Guinness Storehouse at St. James' Gate in Dublin. Top it with a white chocolate mousse for a look-alike of a creamy pint.
Provided by FLKeysJen
Categories Dessert
Time 3h
Yield 8 double-layered mousses, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- BLACK CHOCOLATE LAYER: In a small bowl set over a pan of simmering water, or in a double boiler, combine the chocolate, butter and sugar. Stir until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth. Stir in the Guinness and whisk in the egg yolks. Remove from the heat.
- In a small bowl, whip the cream with the electric mixture until soft peaks form. Fold the cream into the chocolate mixture. With clean beaters, in a medium bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixture until stiff peaks form. Fold the whites into the chocolate mixture. Fill eight wine or parfait glasses full with the chocolate mixture. Refrigerate while preparing the white chocolate mousse.
- WHITE CHOCOLATE LAYER: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the white chocolate and 1/2 cup of the cream. Stir until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat and let cool, stirring once or twice, for 30 minutes or until thickened. In a small bowl, beat the remaining 1/2 cup of cream with an electric mixture until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the white chocolate mixture. Spoon the mixture over the top of the chocolate mousses and refrigerate for at least two and up to 24 hours.
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate. The better the chocolate, the better the mousse will taste. Look for chocolate with a high cocoa content (70% or higher) and avoid chocolate that contains artificial flavors or preservatives.
- Make sure the cream is cold. Cold cream will whip up better and produce a lighter, fluffier mousse. Place the cream in the refrigerator or freezer for at least 30 minutes before whipping.
- Don't overbeat the cream. Overbeaten cream will become grainy and lose its volume. Whip the cream until it forms stiff peaks, but don't go any further.
- Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture gently. Overmixing will deflate the mousse and make it dense. Use a spatula to gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until just combined.
- Chill the mousse before serving. Chilling the mousse will help it to set and develop its flavor. Refrigerate the mousse for at least 2 hours before serving.
Conclusion:
Black and white chocolate mousse is a classic dessert that is both elegant and delicious. It is perfect for any occasion, from a special dinner party to a casual gathering with friends. With its rich, creamy texture and decadent flavor, black and white chocolate mousse is sure to impress everyone who tries it.
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