Chocolate Masquerade

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate dessert experience with "Chocolate Masquerade," a lavishly layered creation perfect for chocolate lovers. This recipe features a rich dark chocolate base, topped with a velvety milk chocolate mousse, a hidden crunch of toasted hazelnuts, and a glossy dark chocolate ganache. A pinch of sea salt and a dusting of cocoa powder add the perfect finishing touches, creating an irresistible balance of sweet and savory flavors. Designed to impress, this decadent treat requires just 30 minutes of prep time and minimal baking, making it an ideal choice for dinner parties or special occasions. With its luxurious textures and bold chocolate flavors, Chocolate Masquerade promises to dazzle both the eyes and the palate.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 3 pieces Eggs (large)
• 200 milliliters Heavy cream
• 100 grams Milk chocolate
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 50 grams Hazelnuts (crushed)
• 1 pinch Sea salt (flakes)
• 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a small baking tin (approximately 8-inch round).

Step 2

Melt the dark chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring well between each interval, until fully smooth. Let it cool slightly.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs together until pale and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Gradually fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until combined.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking tin and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft. Let it cool completely in the tin.

Step 6

For the chocolate mousse layer, melt the milk chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave. Let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Using an electric mixer, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled melted milk chocolate until smooth and airy.

Step 8

Spread the mousse evenly over the baked chocolate layer and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.

Step 9

To create the hidden crunch layer, toast the crushed hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle the toasted hazelnuts evenly over the mousse layer.

Step 10

For the ganache topping, melt 100g of dark chocolate with 100ml of heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth and glossy. Pour the ganache over the mousse and hazelnut layers, spreading evenly. Refrigerate for another 1 hour to set.

Step 11

Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and a pinch of sea salt flakes for garnish.

Step 12

Slice into servings and enjoy the layers of chocolate indulgence in every bite!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(914.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4058.4

Total Fat 314.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 164.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 999.4mg	0%
Sodium 2345.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.9g	0%
Total Sugars 209.0g
Protein 50.5g	0%

Vitamin D 128IU	0%
Calcium 495.6mg	0%
Iron 31.6mg	0%
Potassium 2463.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.2%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 25.9%