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Chocolate Mousse



From the kitchen of Stephanie Knewasser



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I acquired this rich dessert recipe as a young bride in 1994.



Combine:

1 pckg Oreos, crushed

1/2 c butter, melted

Press on bottom & up side of 9" springform pan.


In double boiler over hot, not boiling, water melt:

1 1/3 c chocolate


In a bowl, beat:

3 egg YOLKS

1 whole egg

Add to hot melted chocolate, mix well.


In another bowl, beat:

3 egg WHITES

Beat until stiff peaks form, set aside.


In another bowl, beat:

1 1/2 c heavy cream

Beat until soft peaks form.

Add:

3 Tbsp confectioner sugar

1/2 tsp vanilla

Beat until stiff & glossy.

Fold chocolate into whipped cream.

Fold egg whites in.

Pour into Oreo crust & refrigerate at least 3 hours.

If there is extra filling, pour into individual dishes.


Beat:

1 c heavy cream

Beat until soft peaks form.

Add:

2 Tbsp confectioner sugar

1/2 tsp vanilla

Spread over chilled mousse.


Garnish with chocolate leaves/ curls or Oreos.

Keep chilled.







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