Name: French Chocolate Mousse with Orange
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: Orange, zested - 1; Dark chocolate (65 to 70% cocao), chopped into small pieces - 7 ounces; Strong brewed coffee, or more to taste - 2 tablespoons; Eggs, separated, room temperature - 6; Salt - 1 pinch

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20 min.

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Ingredients for - French Chocolate Mousse with Orange

1. Orange, zested - 1

2. Dark chocolate (65 to 70% cocao), chopped into small pieces - 7 ounces

3. Strong brewed coffee, or more to taste - 2 tablespoons

4. Eggs, separated, room temperature - 6

5. Salt - 1 pinch

How to cook deliciously - French Chocolate Mousse with Orange

1. Stage

Grind orange zest using a mortar and pestle until it forms a smooth paste.

2. Stage

Combine chocolate, coffee, and orange zest in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Stir until smooth and remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly

3. Stage

Beat egg whites and salt in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form (see Editor's Note).

4. Stage

Add egg yolks to the slightly cooled chocolate mixture and stir until well combined. Pour over egg whites. Carefully fold together using a spatula until just combined.

5. Stage

Pour mixture into 10 small dessert glasses or 1 large serving dish. Refrigerate at least 6 hours to overnight.