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Chocalate Coffe Mousse Trifles

Chocalate Coffe Mousse Trifles
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Chocolate Coffee Mousse Trifles are a rich, creamy, and indulgent dessert combining smooth coffee-infused mousse with velvety dark chocolate and a delicate crumbly base. Easy to assemble without baking, they offer a sophisticated fusion of flavors and textures, perfect for casual gatherings or elegant dinner parties. This make-ahead dessert allows flavors to meld beautifully overnight for a luscious treat that is sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Coffee Mousse

  • 200g high-quality dark chocolate (60% cocoa or higher)
  • 1 cup freshly brewed strong coffee, cooled
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Base Layer

  • Ladyfinger biscuits or sponge cake slices (enough to layer in serving glasses)

Garnish

  • Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Coffee Infusion: Brew a strong cup of coffee or espresso and let it cool completely. This coffee forms the base flavor and keeps the mousse light yet complex.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring often to keep it smooth and glossy.
  3. Whip the Cream: Beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. This whipped cream will be folded into the chocolate mixture to create that luscious mousse texture.
  4. Combine Egg Yolks and Sugar: Whisk egg yolks with sugar over a water bath until pale and slightly thickened, which enriches the mousse without cooking the eggs fully.
  5. Mix Coffee, Chocolate, and Egg Yolks: Slowly add the melted chocolate and cooled coffee to the egg yolk mixture, stirring continuously to combine all the flavors thoroughly while keeping the mixture smooth.
  6. Fold in the Whipped Cream: Delicately fold the whipped cream into the coffee-chocolate mixture, making sure to retain as much air as possible for a light and airy mousse.
  7. Assemble the Trifles: Layer ladyfinger biscuits or sponge cake at the bottom of serving glasses, spoon over a generous portion of mousse, and repeat the layers until the glass is filled.
  8. Chill and Garnish: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours so the flavors meld and the mousse sets, then dust with cocoa powder or add chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

  • Use Quality Ingredients: The better the chocolate and coffee, the more intense and delicious your trifles will be.
  • Do Not Overmix: When folding the cream, be gentle to keep the mousse light and fluffy.
  • Temperature Matters: Make sure melted chocolate isn’t hot when mixing with eggs to avoid curdling.
  • Secure the Base: Lightly dip cake or biscuits in coffee if you want added moistness and flavor.
  • Chill Well: Allow enough refrigeration time for mousse to fully set, enhancing texture and flavor.

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