Chocolate mousse with olive oil
Prep
4h
15m
Cook
10m
serves
4
Chocolate mousse with olive oil
This dark chocolate mousse has a rich and creamy taste thanks to the addition of extra virgin olive oil and a splash of liqueur.
Ingredients (7)
- 150g good-quality dark chocolate, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup (125ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 4 eggs, separated
- 125g caster sugar
- 1 tablespoon Frangelico (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped toasted hazelnuts
- Whipped cream, to serve
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1.Place the chocolate in a bowl over a pan over simmering water (making sure bowl doesn't touch water). When the chocolate has melted, slowly stir in the olive oil.
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2.Remove from heat.
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3.Place egg yolks and half the sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer and beat until pale and thick, then add the chocolate mixture and Frangelico (if using) and combine.
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4.In a separate bowl, whisk eggwhites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form, slowly adding remaining sugar. Using a large metal spoon or spatula, gently fold eggwhites into chocolate mixture.
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5.Spoon into individual bowls or cups and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve topped with hazelnuts and cream.
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