Description
A delicate, vibrant green pistachio mousse, light as air, rests gracefully beneath a velvety blanket of rich, dark chocolate ganache, offering a sophisticated yet comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7 oz) dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped
- 200ml (¾ cup + 1 tbsp) heavy cream
- 150g (1 ¼ cups) shelled pistachios, unsalted
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 250ml (1 cup) heavy cream, cold
- 100g (½ cup) mascarpone cheese or cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Blanch 150g shelled pistachios in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to an ice bath. Peel off skins. Toast peeled pistachios on a baking sheet at 150°C (300°F) for 5-7 minutes until lightly fragrant; cool completely. Process toasted pistachios in a food processor until a smooth paste forms, adding a touch of water if needed.
- In a bowl, combine 100g softened mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese), 3 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, and the prepared pistachio paste. Mix until smooth. In a separate chilled bowl, whip 250ml cold heavy cream to soft peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pistachio-mascarpone mixture until just combined. Spoon mousse into individual serving glasses or ramekins. Chill for at least 2-3 hours to set.
- Place 200g chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat 200ml heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes. Whisk from the center outwards until all the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy. Allow the ganache to cool at room temperature for 30-45 minutes until thickened but still pourable.
- Pour the cooled, thickened chocolate ganache over the set pistachio mousse in each serving vessel, covering the surface. Return the desserts to the refrigerator for at least another 2-3 hours, or until the chocolate ganache is fully set.
- Before serving, garnish with finely chopped pistachios, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries as desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- For the pistachio paste, making your own offers superior flavor and vibrancy.
- Ensure the custard base is completely cool before folding in whipped cream to maintain mousse’s airy texture.
- Allow sufficient chilling time for both the mousse and ganache to set properly for the best decadent pistachio dessert experience.
- Garnish just before serving for optimal presentation of this rich pistachio mousse.
- Prep Time: 55 Minutes
- Cook Time: 10 Minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500-600
- Sugar: 30-40g
- Sodium: 50-70mg
- Fat: 40-50g
- Saturated Fat: 25-30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10-15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35-45g
- Fiber: 3-5g
- Protein: 5-8g
- Cholesterol: 100-150mg
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