Orange Chocolate Mountains # 1 Recipe

Name: Orange Chocolate Mountains # 1
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 175 g chocolate; 5 amaretti; 5 tablespoons desiccated coconut; 600 ml double cream; 90 ml white wine; 75 g caster sugar; 2 oranges, zest of; 12 lemon, juice of; 2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts; 100 g icing sugar; 10 cape gooseberries; 3 blood oranges, peeled and sliced; 1 sprig of fresh mint, to garnish

Servings: persons

175 g chocolate
5 amaretti
5 tablespoons desiccated coconut
600 ml double cream
90 ml white wine
75 g caster sugar
2 oranges, zest of
12 lemon, juice of
2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts
100 g icing sugar
10 cape gooseberries
3 blood oranges, peeled and sliced
1 sprig of fresh mint, to garnish

1
Break the chocolate into pieces and melt in the microwave on a medium setting, for approximately 3 minutes.
2
Check the chocolate after 2 minutes, to ensure that it does not overcook.
3
Dip 3 of the amaretti in the chocolate and then roll them in 3tbsps of the dessicated coconut.Set to one side, on baking parchment.
4
To make the chocolate truffle mousse, whip the cream to soft peaks and then fold in the remaining melted chocolate, with a metal spoon.
5
Then fold in 2 crushed amaretti biscuits.
6
For the sauce, mix together the wine, sugar and orange zest and cook for 5 minutes.
7
Stir in the lemon juice, hazelnuts and 2tbsps of coconut.
8
Cook for a further 3-4 inutes, until thick and syrupy.
9
Mix the icing sugar with 3-4tbsps of water: the mixture should be of a fairly thick consistency.
10
Dip the physalis into the icing sugar and stand on making parchment to set.
11
To serve, arrange the orange slices in the base of a wide bowl.
12
Pipe or spoon the chocolate truffle mousse over the oranges and in the centre.
13
Spoon over the sauce and decorate the dish with the physalis and dipped amaretti biscuits.
14
Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

1071

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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: 175 g chocolate, 5 amaretti, 5 tablespoons desiccated coconut, 600 ml double cream, and more.

Yes, Orange Chocolate Mountains # 1 falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Orange Chocolate Mountains # 1

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