White Chocolate Orange Mousse
Indulge in the creamy elegance of White Chocolate Orange Mousse, a decadent dessert that perfectly balances the rich, velvety sweetness of white chocolate with the bright, citrusy zest of orange. This no-bake treat is effortlessly light, thanks to whipped cream and airy meringue, yet irresistibly luxurious, making it an ideal choice for any special occasion or after-dinner indulgence. With only 20 minutes of prep time, this mousse combines melted white chocolate infused with orange zest and juice, whipped cream for a pillowy texture, and a delicate meringue for added lift. Finished with a garnish of orange zest or white chocolate shavings, this dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfectly portioned for four, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will impress with every spoonful.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams white chocolate, chopped
- 100 ml heavy cream (for melting chocolate)
- 200 ml heavy cream (for whipping)
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Begin by chopping the white chocolate into small pieces. Place it in a heatproof bowl.
Step 2
Heat 100 ml of heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Step 3
Pour the hot cream over the chopped white chocolate. Let it sit for 3 minutes to melt, then stir gently until smooth and glossy. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
Step 4
In a separate mixing bowl, whip 200 ml of heavy cream to soft peaks using an electric mixer or hand whisk. Be careful not to overwhip. Set aside in the refrigerator.
Step 5
In a small bowl, combine the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Stir into the cooled white chocolate mixture.
Step 6
In another clean, grease-free bowl, whisk the egg white until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue whisking until the egg white forms stiff, glossy peaks.
Step 7
Gently fold the whipped cream into the white chocolate mixture in three additions, being careful to maintain the light, airy texture.
Step 8
Once the whipped cream is fully incorporated, gently fold in the whipped egg white mixture to further lighten the mousse.
Step 9
Divide the mousse evenly between 4 serving glasses or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Step 10
Garnish with additional orange zest, white chocolate shavings, or a slice of fresh orange before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (587.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2189.5 |
| Total Fat 173.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 107.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 415.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 300.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 145.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 142.6g | |
| Protein 22.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 109.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 608.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 931.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories