HAZELNUT CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

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This recipe comes from a 1985 issue of Bon Appetit magazine. It was in a section that featured "New York's Famous Caterers" and the recipe is from The Silver Palate catering company.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup Frangelico
1 1/2 lbs semisweet chocolate, melted
4 egg yolks, room temperature
1 cup well-chilled whipping cream
1/4 cup sugar
8 egg whites, room temperature
1 pinch salt
1 pinch cream of tartar
1 cup finely chopped hazelnuts
hazelnuts
whipped cream
candied violet (optional)

Steps:

  • Gradually stir Frangelico into chocolate in large bowl; cool completely.
  • Mix yolks into chocolate 1 at a time.
  • Beat 1 cup cream in another bowl until beginning to thicken; add sugar and beat until soft peaks form.
  • In another bowl, beat whites with salt and cream of tartar until stiff but not dry; gently fold into cream.
  • Fold 1/3 of cream mixture into chocolate to lighten.
  • Fold in remaining cream and chopped hazelnuts.
  • Spoon mousse into a large bowl; refrigerate until set, at least 2 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead.).
  • Let stand at room temperature 1 hour.
  • Spoon mousse into glasses, top with whipped cream, nuts, and violets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.2, Fat 45.2, SaturatedFat 23.9, Cholesterol 90.1, Sodium 73, Carbohydrate 23.9, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 5.4, Protein 12.6

Asha Sagamore
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This mousse was divine! It was so light and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor and a lovely nutty undertone from the hazelnuts. I made it for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about it.


Princeton Hall
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This mousse was a bit too rich for my taste. It was also a bit too sweet. I wouldn't make this again.


Omozumamwen Roseline
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This mousse was a bit of a challenge to make, but it was worth the effort. It was so delicious and the hazelnut chocolate flavor was incredible. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Kayz Kats
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This mousse was amazing! It was so light and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The hazelnut flavor was a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Jayanna Stone
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This mousse was okay, but not great. It was a bit too sweet for my taste and the texture was a little grainy. I wouldn't make this again.


jeff clark
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This mousse was delicious! I especially liked the hazelnut chocolate flavor. It was the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Bilal Afridi
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This mousse was divine! It was so light and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor and a lovely nutty undertone from the hazelnuts. I made it for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about it.


Bruce Davis
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This mousse was a bit too rich for my taste. It was also a bit too sweet. I wouldn't make this again.


Aubrey Lucky
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This mousse was a bit of a challenge to make, but it was worth the effort. It was so delicious and the hazelnut chocolate flavor was incredible. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Rhonda Marhulik
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This mousse was amazing! It was so light and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The hazelnut flavor was a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Amada Daniel
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This mousse was okay, but not great. It was a bit too sweet for my taste and the texture was a little grainy. I wouldn't make this again.


Tristan powless
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I made this mousse for a party and it was a hit. Everyone loved it. It was light and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. I would definitely make this again.


Seresa Dickerson
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This mousse was delicious! I especially liked the hazelnut chocolate flavor. It was the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Nidhi Lal
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This mousse was a disappointment. It was too dense and heavy, and the flavor was just okay. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Sadiki Fundi
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I made this mousse for my girlfriend's birthday and she loved it. She said it was the best mousse she'd ever had. I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.


Chris Cormier
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This mousse was a bit more challenging to make than I expected, but it was totally worth it. The end result was a beautiful and delicious dessert that was perfect for a special occasion.


Paniel Kim
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I'm not usually a big fan of mousse, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so smooth and creamy, and the hazelnut chocolate flavor was incredible. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dilrukshi Bairalage
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This mousse was divine! It was so light and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor and a lovely nutty undertone from the hazelnuts. I made it for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about it.