White Chocolate and Coffee Mousse

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   Melt the chocolate in a double boiler and set aside.

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   Beat the yolks with the 2 tablespoons of sugar with an electric mixer at high speed until light and fluffy.

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   Stream in the melted chocolate at low speed.

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   Dissolve the gelatin in the warmed liquor and stream slowly, along with the coffee, into the chocolate mixture at low speed.

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   Transfer the mixture into a stainless steel bowl and refrigerate until needed.

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   In another mixing bowl, whip the egg whites and the remaining 1/4 cup sugar to a stiff meringue with an electric mixer.

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   In a separate bowl whip the heavy cream until firm.

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   Fold the meringue into the chocolate mixture, then fold in the whipped cream.

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   Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

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    Food Network Kitchens suggest caution in consuming raw and lightly-cooked eggs due to the slight risk of Salmonella or other food-borne illness.

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    To reduce this risk, we recommend you use only fresh, properly-refrigerated, clean, grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.