Choc-Orange Mousse

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7 Ingredients

Number of servings

6

200milliliter thickened cream
250grams dark cooking chocolate, chopped
2teaspoons orange, rind finely grated
extra whipped cream & orange segments, to serve
4 eggs, separated
1tablespoons caster sugar
1/3 cup orange juice

Method

Step 1 of 5

Place the chocolate into a heatproof bowl and sit over a saucepan of simmering water, making sure that the bowl doesn't touch the water. Stir until melted. Cool slightly.

Step 2 of 5

Add egg yolks, orange rind and juice and mix until well combined.

Step 3 of 5

Using electric beaters, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Add the sugar and beat until thick, glossy and stiff. Using a large metal spoon, fold a large spoonful of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture then gently fold remaining whites through until combined.

Step 4 of 5

Beat the cream until thick. Fold into the chocolate mixture until smooth. Divide between six 3/4 cup (180ml) dishes or glasses. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for about 2 hours or until firm.

Step 5 of 5

To serve, top with a dollop of cream and orange segments.