PHYLLO CUPS WITH CHOCOLATE MOUSSE AND FRESH FRUIT

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Categories     Coffee     Milk/Cream     Mixer     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Raspberry     Pear     Chill     Hazelnut     Phyllo/Puff Pastry Dough     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Phyllo cups
9 fresh phyllo pastry sheets or frozen, thawed (each about 17x13 inches), stacked and halved crosswise, forming eighteen 8 1/2x13-inch rectangles
10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
8 tablespoons (about) sugar
8 tablespoons (about) finely chopped toasted hazelnuts
Chocolate Mousse
4 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
8 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 1/2-pint basket fresh raspberries
2 ripe pears, peeled, diced

Steps:

  • For phyllo cups:
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Generously butter every other cup in 12-cup muffin pan. Place 1 phyllo rectangle on work surface; cover remaining phyllo with plastic wrap and damp cloth to prevent drying. Brush rectangle with melted butter; sprinkle with 1/2 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 tablespoon hazelnuts. Place second phyllo rectangle atop first; brush with butter and sprinkle with 1/2 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 tablespoon hazelnuts. Repeat 3 more times; top with 1 more rectangle and brush with butter, making stack of 6 rectangles. Using small sharp knife and 6-inch-diameter plate as guide, cut out two 6-inch round stacks. Press each stack into 1 buttered muffin cup. Repeat procedure 2 more times, making 4 more phyllo cups (6 total).
  • Bake phyllo cups until golden and crisp, about 10 minutes. Immediately lift phyllo cups from pan, twisting carefully to loosen; place on rack. Cool completely. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)
  • For mousse:
  • Whisk egg yolks, 1/4 cup sugar, butter, 1/4 cup water, and espresso powder in large metal bowl to blend. Set bowl over saucepan of simmering water (do not let bowl touch water); whisk constantly until thermometer inserted into mixture registers 160°F, about 3 minutes. Add chocolate and whisk until melted and smooth. Turn off heat; leave bowl over water.
  • Using electric mixer, beat egg whites in another large bowl to soft peaks. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar, beating until stiff and glossy. Remove chocolate from over water. Fold 1/3 of beaten whites into warm chocolate mixture to lighten. Fold in remaining whites. Cover and chill until set, at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Fill phyllo cups with mousse (reserve remaining mousse for another use). Top with raspberries and diced pears and serve.

Lucian Quinonez
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Hasan Bukur
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These phyllo cups are a great way to use up leftover chocolate mousse. They're also a fun and easy dessert to make with kids.


Christian Brockus
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for an easy and delicious dessert. They're perfect for parties or potlucks.


Blend ahmeti
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Overall, I thought these phyllo cups were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't anything special either.


Rokib Tolu
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The phyllo cups were a little too crispy for my liking. I think I would have preferred them if they were a little softer.


Prosonno Sing
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I had a hard time finding phyllo dough at my local grocery store. I ended up having to order it online.


notlaD gninwoD
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These phyllo cups were a little too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred them with a less sweet chocolate mousse.


Reem Jamal
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I'm not a big fan of phyllo dough, but these cups were surprisingly good. The chocolate mousse was rich and creamy, and the fresh fruit added a nice touch of sweetness.


Susan Young
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These phyllo cups are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and just pop them in the oven when I'm ready to serve.


Ali Asgher92
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I've tried a lot of different phyllo cup recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. The chocolate mousse is the perfect filling, and the fresh fruit adds a nice touch of elegance.


Hukab Dily wall
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I love that this recipe uses fresh fruit. It makes the phyllo cups so refreshing and summery.


Suzzane Santosh
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I made these phyllo cups for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious they were.


Hellen Biyaki
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These phyllo cups are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're elegant and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.


ANEES URREHMAN NASHRIYAT
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I was a little skeptical about making these phyllo cups because I'm not a very experienced baker, but they were actually really easy to make. The instructions were clear and concise, and I didn't have any problems.


Nafis Islame
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I've made these phyllo cups several times now and they always turn out perfect. The chocolate mousse is so rich and creamy, and the fresh fruit adds a nice touch of sweetness and acidity.


Nonkasana Liyabona
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These phyllo cups were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.