Chocolate Mousse(2)

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Chocolate Mousse (2)

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Mousses

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 c semisweet chocolate chips
4 T strong coffee
4 egg yolks
3/4 c sugar
1/4 c orange liqueur
1 1/2 sticks softened unsalted butter (not margarine)
4 egg whites, room temperature
pinch of salt
2 T sugar

Combine chocolate and coffee in double boiler over almost-simmering water.
Stir till chocolate begins to melt, then go to next step.
Beat egg yolks while gradually adding sugar. Beat 2 or 3 minutes till
mixture is thick, pale, and forms a slowly dissolving ribbon when beater is

lifted. Beat in the liqueur. Set mixing bowl in a pan of almost-simmering

water. Beat at moderate speed till warm and foamy. Remove from heat and
beat
till cool.
Stir chocolate till smooth, gradually beat in butter. Beat this mixture
into
the yolk mixture, set aside.

Beat egg whites slowly till they begin to foam, add salt. Increase speed
gradually to fast. Beat till soft peaks are formed. Sprinkle in sugar and
beat till stiff peaks are formed. Stir one fourth of the egg whites into
the
chocolate. Scoop the rest on top and *delicately* fold them in.
Immediately
turn the mousse into a serving bowl, lightly oiled metal mold, or
individual
cups. Cover and chill overnight. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

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Eileen