Chocolate - Chestnut Mousse Recipe

Name: Chocolate - Chestnut Mousse
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chunks, melted; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chestnut puree; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup whipping cream, beaten stiff; 4 egg whites, beaten to form soft peaks; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/2 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon icing sugar; red glazed cherries (for garnish); green glazed cherries (for garnish)

Servings: persons

1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chunks, melted
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chestnut puree
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup whipping cream, beaten stiff
4 egg whites, beaten to form soft peaks
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon icing sugar
red glazed cherries (for garnish)
green glazed cherries (for garnish)

1
Melt the chocolate& butter in a heavy saucepan on very low heat, remove pan from heat Stir in the Chestnut puree, a little at a time, mashing with the back of the spoon to break up large pieces (small bits of puree will remain in the mixture) Add vanilla& salt.
2
Beat until stiff and fold in a 1/2 cup cream.
3
In a fresh bowl beat egg whites with the cream of tartar.
4
Heat sugar and 3 tbsp water to boiling, stirring until it reaches 240F degrees.
5
Slowly beat the hot syrup into the egg whites.
6
continue beating until stiff peaks form.
7
Gently fold in the chocolate mixture, making sure no streaks of egg white remain Pour into a 2 quart clear or ceramic bowl.
8
Cover and refrigerat for 4 hours or overnight.
9
To serve Beat the remaining cream with the icing sugar.
10
Pipe the cream on the mousse and garnish with cherries.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chunks, melted, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chestnut puree, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and more.

Yes, Chocolate - Chestnut Mousse falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate - Chestnut Mousse

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