Mexican Chocolate Mousse with Burnt Rum

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Mexican Chocolate Mousse with Burnt Rum
45 min.
12
707kcal

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Indulge in a decadent dessert that brings the rich flavors of Mexico right to your table with this Mexican Chocolate Mousse with Burnt Rum. Perfectly gluten-free and ready in just 45 minutes, this delightful treat serves 12, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or special occasions. Each serving is a luscious blend of creamy chocolate and the warm, inviting notes of rum, creating a dessert that is both sophisticated and comforting.

The star of this recipe is the Mexican chocolate, known for its unique blend of spices and sweetness, which elevates the mousse to new heights. The addition of burnt rum adds a dramatic flair, as the flames dance and the aroma fills the air, captivating your guests even before they take their first bite. Topped with a dollop of freshly whipped cream and served alongside crunchy Cinnamon-Almond Cookies, this dessert is a feast for the senses.

With a caloric breakdown that balances indulgence and satisfaction, this mousse is not just a treat; it’s an experience. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this Mexican Chocolate Mousse with Burnt Rum is sure to impress and delight. Get ready to savor every spoonful of this rich, velvety dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 12 servings almonds 
  • 18.6 ounce chocolate chopped
  • cups cup heavy whipping cream chilled divided
  • 0.8 cup rum white
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Stir chocolate, milk, and salt in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat until chocolate melts. Stir constantly until all sugar in chocolate is dissolved, about 13 minutes.
  2. Add rum to chocolate; using long match, immediately ignite rum. Carefully stir chocolate mixture with long spoon until flames subside.
  3. Transfer chocolate to large bowl. Cool to room temperature.
  4. Using electric mixer, beat 3 cups cream in large bowl until peaks form. Working in 2 batches, fold whipped cream into chocolate mixture.
  5. Divide chocolate mousse among 12 glasses, about 3/4 cup for each. Chill mousse until set, at least 3 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
  6. Beat remaining 1 cup cream until peaks form.
  7. Place dollop of whipped cream atop mousse in each glass.
  8. Serve mousse with Cinnamon-Almond Cookies.
  9. *Mexican chocolate is available at some supermarkets and at Latin markets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories707kcal
Protein5.95%
Fat74.08%
Carbs19.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.8
Glycemic Load
10.73
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.591304356637%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.74mg
Catechin
0.38mg
Epigallocatechin
0.78mg
Epicatechin
0.18mg
Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
0.79mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:706.97kcal
35.35%
Fat:58.96g
90.71%
Saturated Fat:28.4g
177.5%
Carbohydrates:35.75g
11.92%
Net Carbohydrates:29.58g
10.76%
Sugar:26.73g
29.7%
Cholesterol:90.87mg
30.29%
Sodium:178.11mg
7.74%
Alcohol:5.01g
100%
Alcohol %:3.55%
100%
Caffeine:29mg
9.67%
Protein:10.66g
21.32%
Vitamin E:8.53mg
56.86%
Manganese:0.91mg
45.34%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
35.96%
Magnesium:137.43mg
34.36%
Copper:0.57mg
28.67%
Phosphorus:265.78mg
26.58%
Fiber:6.17g
24.67%
Vitamin A:1182.97IU
23.66%
Calcium:156.2mg
15.62%
Iron:2.41mg
13.4%
Potassium:438.28mg
12.52%
Zinc:1.83mg
12.22%
Vitamin D:1.38µg
9.21%
Vitamin B3:1.44mg
7.22%
Selenium:5.03µg
7.19%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.18%
Vitamin K:5.34µg
5.08%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.71%
Folate:17.69µg
4.42%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.12%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.03%
Source:Epicurious