Chocolate-Hazelnut Mousse

Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Chocolate-Hazelnut Mousse
45 min.
4
843kcal

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If you're a chocolate lover looking for a decadent dessert that will impress at any gathering, look no further than this delightful Chocolate-Hazelnut Mousse. This gluten-free treat seamlessly blends the rich, creamy texture of heavy cream with the nutty flavor of toasted hazelnuts and the indulgence of milk chocolate. The combination is nothing short of heavenly, making every spoonful an experience to savor.

What sets this mousse apart is its luxurious mouthfeel and the delightful crunch from the hazelnuts, which are expertly transformed into a smooth, velvety paste. The process may seem a bit intricate, but the reward is a dessert that's sure to captivate your guests while also being simple enough to whip up for a weeknight indulgence. Picture serving this mousse in elegant dessert cups topped with whipped cream or a sprinkle of crushed hazelnuts for an added touch of sophistication.

With a total preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can achieve a restaurant-quality dessert right in your own kitchen. So why not treat yourself and your loved ones to this Chocolate-Hazelnut Mousse? Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, this recipe is bound to become a cherished favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

  •  egg yolk 
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • tablespoon hazelnut oil 
  • ounces hazelnuts 
  • 1.5 cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  • ounces chocolate cut into small pieces
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Position the rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Arrange the hazelnuts on a small baking tray and bake until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes, turning the tray back to front after 5 or 6 minutes. Cool. Enclose the nuts in a clean towel and rub until as much of the skins as possible come off.
  2. Place the nuts and hazelnut oil in the workbowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade and process until a paste forms.
  3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, using a whisk or eggbeater, whip the heavy cream. Refrigerate, covered, until needed.
  4. In a medium heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, melt the chocolate. Turn off the heat when almost melted and stir occasionally until completely melted.
  5. Scrape into the nut paste and process until thoroughly mixed. Set aside.
  6. In a clean medium heatproof bowl, lightly whisk the egg yolks.
  7. *If hazelnut oil is not available, peanut or safflower oil can be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories843kcal
Protein5.12%
Fat73.77%
Carbs21.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.92
Glycemic Load
20.29
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.420869630316%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.38mg
Catechin
0.42mg
Epigallocatechin
0.99mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:843.35kcal
42.17%
Fat:72.92g
112.18%
Saturated Fat:30.76g
192.28%
Carbohydrates:46.94g
15.65%
Net Carbohydrates:41.55g
15.11%
Sugar:39.1g
43.44%
Cholesterol:246.65mg
82.22%
Sodium:37.15mg
1.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:23.39mg
7.8%
Protein:11.38g
22.76%
Manganese:2.37mg
118.61%
Vitamin E:8.18mg
54.55%
Copper:0.84mg
41.83%
Vitamin A:1513.73IU
30.27%
Magnesium:104.88mg
26.22%
Phosphorus:259.27mg
25.93%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.61%
Fiber:5.39g
21.55%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.44%
Selenium:12.18µg
17.4%
Iron:3.11mg
17.28%
Folate:64.39µg
16.1%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.66%
Vitamin D:2.16µg
14.38%
Zinc:1.93mg
12.85%
Potassium:443.57mg
12.67%
Calcium:125.83mg
12.58%
Vitamin B5:0.98mg
9.82%
Vitamin K:10.22µg
9.73%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.77%
Vitamin B3:0.94mg
4.68%
Vitamin C:2.77mg
3.36%
Source:Epicurious