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Pistachio Mousse with Chocolate Ganache

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A deliciously airy pistachio mousse topped with a glossy dark chocolate ganache for a sophisticated dessert experience.

  • Total Time: 135 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup pistachio puree
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whip the 1 cup of heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. In another bowl, combine pistachio puree, sugar, egg whites, and vanilla extract.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pistachio mixture until fully combined.
  4. To prepare the ganache, heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream and pour it over the chopped dark chocolate in a separate bowl. Stir until smooth and glossy.
  5. Layer pistachio mousse in individual cups and top with chocolate ganache.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes before serving.

Notes

Work with cold heavy cream for faster, more stable whipping. Serve in clear glassware to showcase the layers.

  • Author: Sam Razal
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg