Dark Chocolate Mousse with Sugared Kumquats

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Dark Chocolate Mousse with Sugared Kumquats
45 min.
4
424kcal

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Indulge your senses with our delightful Dark Chocolate Mousse with Sugared Kumquats, a dessert that elegantly balances rich flavors and vibrant textures. This gluten-free delicacy is not just a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, making it the perfect end to any meal or a special occasion. The bittersweet chocolate delivers a luscious, velvety base, while the light, airy egg whites create a fluffy consistency that melts in your mouth.

What truly elevates this dessert is the addition of sugared kumquats, which bring a burst of citrusy brightness and a delightful crunch, contrasting beautifully with the creamy mousse. The kumquats are simply macerated in sugar, infusing them with sweetness and transforming them into an exquisite topping that balances the rich chocolate perfectly.

This recipe comes together in just 45 minutes, though you'll need to allow some chilling time to let the flavors meld and the mousse firm up. It's a dessert that impresses not only in taste but also in presentation, served in stunning parfait glasses. With just 424 calories per serving, this indulgent treat allows you to celebrate life’s sweet moments without the guilt. Gather your ingredients and let the magic of chocolate and kumquats take you on a culinary adventure that your guests will be raving about!

Ingredients

  • ounces bittersweet chocolate unsweetened chopped (not )
  • large egg whites 
  • 0.5  kumquats fresh sliced
  • 0.5 cup sugar divided
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream chilled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Melt 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate with 1/4 cup water in heavy small saucepan over low heat, whisking until smooth. Cool to just barely lukewarm, about 10 minutes.
  2. Using electric mixer, beat egg whites in medium bowl to form soft peaks. Gradually beat in 1/4 cup sugar until stiff but not dry.
  3. Pour cooled melted chocolate over egg whites and gently fold together. Divide mousse among 4 parfait glasses or bowls. Cover; chill at least 6 hours or overnight.
  4. Mix kumquats and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in small saucepan; let stand 10 minutes. Stir slowly over low heat until sugar dissolves. Cover; chill at least 2 hours or overnight.
  5. Beat chilled whipping cream in small bowl to form soft peaks. Spoon whipped cream atop mousse. Top with sugared kumquats and syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Calories424kcal
Protein5.51%
Fat49.47%
Carbs45.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.52
Glycemic Load
17.45
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.1817391048307%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.36mg
Apigenin
0.52mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:424.46kcal
21.22%
Fat:23.59g
36.3%
Saturated Fat:13.93g
87.08%
Carbohydrates:48.31g
16.1%
Net Carbohydrates:44.76g
16.28%
Sugar:41.54g
46.15%
Cholesterol:24.96mg
8.32%
Sodium:51.92mg
2.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:36.57mg
12.19%
Protein:5.91g
11.82%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.53%
Copper:0.54mg
27.25%
Magnesium:79.58mg
19.89%
Iron:2.76mg
15.33%
Fiber:3.56g
14.23%
Selenium:9.27µg
13.24%
Phosphorus:126.23mg
12.62%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.22%
Potassium:305.21mg
8.72%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.93%
Vitamin A:319.7IU
6.39%
Calcium:43.35mg
4.34%
Vitamin K:3.7µg
3.52%
Vitamin E:0.44mg
2.91%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.3%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.18%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.12%
Vitamin B3:0.41mg
2.03%
Vitamin C:1.16mg
1.41%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.3%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.17%
Source:Epicurious