Description
Silky chocolate hazelnut mousse brings French pastry elegance to dessert tables with rich, luxurious layers of creamy indulgence. Chocolate lovers will savor each spoonful of this sophisticated treat that balances deep cocoa intensity with delicate hazelnut undertones.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk (15 oz / 400 ml)
- 2 tablespoons cacao or cocoa powder
Nuts and Sweeteners:
- ½ cup (75 g) hazelnuts
- ½ cup (85 g) dates, pitted
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Submerge raw hazelnuts in room temperature water, allowing them to hydrate thoroughly for 8-12 hours or a minimum of 60 minutes to soften their texture.
- Transfer softened hazelnuts, pitted dates, unsweetened cocoa powder, full-fat coconut milk, and pure vanilla extract into a high-powered blender or food processor.
- Pulse and blend the ingredients at medium-high speed, scraping down the sides periodically to ensure a completely smooth and velvety consistency without any remaining chunks.
- Carefully distribute the luxurious chocolate hazelnut mixture into individual 4-ounce (120 milliliters) ramekins or decorative glass serving vessels, using a spatula to create an even surface.
- Place the filled containers into the refrigerator, covering them loosely with plastic wrap to prevent moisture accumulation and allow the mousse to set and develop rich, intense flavors.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 3-4 hours or ideally overnight to achieve a firm, creamy texture.
- Just before serving, artfully garnish the chilled mousse with delicate shavings of dark chocolate, roughly chopped toasted hazelnuts, or a scattering of fresh seasonal berries to enhance visual appeal and add textural contrast.
Notes
- Soaking softens hazelnuts, making them easier to blend and digest while enhancing their creamy texture.
- Blending ingredients transforms whole foods into a silky, luxurious mousse with rich chocolate undertones.
- Chilling allows mousse to set firmly, developing deeper flavors and creating a luscious, velvety consistency.
- Serving cold intensifies the chocolate and hazelnut notes, providing a refreshing dessert experience.
- Garnishing adds visual appeal and extra crunch, complementing the smooth mousse with contrasting textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg