Orange Scented Chocolate Mousse
Rich and decadent with lots of chocolate and orange flavor. A good dessert for passover as well.
Steps
Chop the chocolate into small pieces and place in the top of a double boiler or microwave proof bowl with the water and salt.
Heat until the chocolate is melted in the double boiler or microwave.
Let cool for 2 minutes.
Rapidly beat the egg yolks into the chocolate mixture one at a time.
Beat in the extract , zest , and liqueur.
In a clean bowl with clean beaters whip the egg whites until soft peaks form.
Gently but thoroughly fold in the chocolate mixture.
Pour into a large serving dish or individual bowls or glasses.
Refrigerate overnight.
Garnish with the chocolate curls and orange rind twists before serving.
Ingredients
semisweet chocolate, water, salt, eggs, orange extract, orange zest, orange liqueur, chocolate curls, orange rind twists