I needed a quick dessert for my daughter's bridal shower, and a co-worker gave me this vanilla mousse recipe. It's so pretty with almonds and raspberries on top. -Marina Castle, Canyon Country, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup cream and sugar; cook over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan., In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Cook over low heat until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°, stirring constantly. Do not allow to boil. Immediately remove from heat. Stir in chocolate until smooth., Split vanilla beans lengthwise. Using the tip of a sharp knife, scrape seeds from the center into chocolate mixture; stir. Transfer to a large bowl; cool 10 minutes., In a small bowl, beat remaining 1 cup cream until soft peaks form; fold into chocolate mixture. Spoon into four dessert dishes. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour before serving. If desired, sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 555 calories, Fat 43g fat (29g saturated fat), Cholesterol 177mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.
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