Chocolate and Amarula-Mousse

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 11

Decadent Chocolate and Amarula-Mousse recipe for a special occasion

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2 hours 40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

539

Sugar

37g

Fat

43g

This Chocolate and Amarula-Mousse is a decadent and indulgent dessert that is perfect for a special occasion or dinner party. The combination of dark chocolate, milk chocolate with almonds, and Amarula cream liqueur creates a unique taste that will delight your taste buds. It can be made in advance and is easy to assemble, making it a stress-free dessert option for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan set over a pot of simmering water, melt the chocolate and butter together until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool.
2.	Meanwhile, whip the egg yolks with the Amarula cream liqueur until light and fluffy. In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form.
3.	Fold the chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture until well combined.
4.	Add the whipped egg whites to the chocolate mixture and fold gently until fully incorporated.
5.	In a separate bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until well combined.
6.	Pour the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

PROS

This Chocolate and Amarula-Mousse is rich, creamy, and full of flavor.

The combination of dark chocolate, milk chocolate with almonds, and Amarula cream liqueur creates a unique taste that will delight your taste buds.

It can be made in advance and is perfect for a special occasion or dinner party.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It contains raw eggs, which can pose a risk of salmonella infection, so it is not recommended for pregnant women, young children, or anyone with a compromised immune system.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this Chocolate and Amarula-Mousse is not particularly healthy, dark chocolate has been linked to a number of health benefits.
It contains antioxidants that can help protect against inflammation and improve cardiovascular health.
Additionally, Amarula cream liqueur is made from the fruit of the African marula tree and is high in vitamin C, which supports immune function.

	300 g dark chocolate , chopped
	300 g chocolate bars with almonds or 300 g plain milk chocolate , chopped
	100 g butter , cubed
	200 ml cream
	50 ml Amarula cream liqueur
	8 eggs , separated
	1 ml salt