Description
A luscious and airy mousse combining real white chocolate and bright orange zest. Perfect for make-ahead desserts or elegant entertaining.
Ingredients
4 egg whites (large eggs)
30 fl oz orange liqueur or orange juice
3 tbsp hot water
1.5 tsp gelatin powder
180g high-quality white chocolate (with cocoa butter)
Finely grated rind of 1 orange
200 fl oz chilled crème anglaise
Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
1. Melt white chocolate gently using a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
2. Dissolve gelatin in hot water and let cool slightly.
3. Whisk egg whites until soft peaks form.
4. Stir gelatin and orange liqueur into melted chocolate, keeping it warm.
5. Remove from heat and whisk in crème anglaise and orange zest until smooth.
6. Gently fold in beaten egg whites without deflating them.
7. Divide mousse into 6 serving glasses and chill for at least 2 hours.
8. Top with whipped cream just before serving.
Notes
Use only real white chocolate with cocoa butter for proper melting and texture.
Let gelatin bloom fully in cold water before dissolving to avoid lumps.
Ensure melted chocolate is only warm when combining to prevent seizing.
Use a clean, grease-free bowl when whipping egg whites and fold them in gently.
Add orange zest gradually and taste to balance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 900–1100 (per recipe)
- Sugar: 90–100g
- Sodium: Low
- Fat: 50–60g
- Saturated Fat: High
- Unsaturated Fat: Medium
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 90–100g
- Fiber: Low
- Protein: 10–15g
- Cholesterol: Moderate