Old Fashioned Chocolate Mousse with Toasted Hazelnut Cream

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   Combine both chocolates in a medium bowl set over simmering water and heat until melted, stirring occasionally.

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   Set aside to cool to lukewarm.

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   In a large bowl, whip 1 cup of the cream to just beyond soft peaks but not quite stiff.

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   Set aside, refrigerated.

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   In a medium bowl whisk the egg yolks until smooth.

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   Set the bowl over a pot of simmering water.

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   Add 2 tablespoons of the Frangelico, the coffee, and melted chocolate and cook, whisking, until pale and thick and forms a ribbon.

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   In another bowl, beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks.

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   Add 2 tablespoons of the confectioners' sugar little by little until whites are stiff and glossy but not dry.

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    Set aside.

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    Using a large rubber spatula, fold in the whipped cream.

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    Very gently fold in the egg whites.

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    Spoon the mousse into individual bowls or festive glasses such as martini glasses, cover, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

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    When you are ready to serve the mousse, make the Toasted Hazelnut Cream by placing the remaining 1/2 cup of heavy cream in a medium bowl and whipping to soft peaks.

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    Add the remaining tablespoon of confectioners' sugar, the remaining tablespoon of Frangelico, and the vanilla, and continue to whip until just stiff.

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    Serve a healthy dollop on top of each mousse, and top with some of the toasted hazelnuts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.