Chocolate Mousse Flan

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, airy chocolate mousse set in a crisp chocolate pastry crust, finished with elegant chocolate curls and powdered sugar.
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Chocolate Mousse Flan

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 218.4

Description

This Chocolate Mousse Flan is a show-stopping dessert that combines the elegance of a French mousse with the structure of a baked pastry crust. The base is a delicate chocolate shortbread, crisp and buttery, providing the perfect foundation for the light, airy filling. The mousse itself is a decadent blend of melted chocolate, whipped egg whites, and cream, resulting in a texture that is both fluffy and intensely flavorful. Topped with decorative chocolate curls and a dusting of icing sugar, it looks as impressive as it tastes. Ideal for dinner parties, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress guests with a sophisticated, homemade treat. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Prepare the pastry crust by combining 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup icing sugar, and 1 square of melted chocolate in a bowl.
  2. Cut in 1/2 cup softened butter using a pastry blender or food processor until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gather the crumbs into a ball with your hands and press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9 1/2" flan pan with a removable bottom.
  4. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 1 hour to firm up.
  5. Preheat oven to 425&# 194;°F (218ðC) and bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely.
  6. For the mousse filling, bring 1/2 cup whipping cream to a boil in a small saucepan.
  7. Remove from heat and immediately add 5 squares of chopped chocolate and 2 tablespoons of butter, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
  8. Whisk in 2 egg yolks until fully blended and the mixture is glossy.
  9. In a separate clean bowl, beat egg whites until frothy, then gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, beating continuously until stiff peaks form.
  10. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three batches, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
  11. Pour the mousse into the cooled pastry crust and smooth the top.
  12. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.
  13. Shortly before serving, use a vegetable peeler to create coarse curls from 3 squares of chocolate and sprinkle them over the mousse.
  14. Lay 3 strips of wax paper across the top of the flan as a stencil.
  15. Sift a generous amount of icing sugar over the flan, covering the wax paper strips.
  16. Carefully remove the wax paper to reveal a decorative striped pattern.
  17. Serve chilled. Note: Do not make or serve on a hot day as the mousse may melt.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 218.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 45.6g16%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 6.0g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate, mousse, flan, pastry, dessert, chocolate curls, egg whites, whipped cream, shortbread crust, indulgent, party dessert, chilled dessert, no bake filling, chocolate squares, icing sugar, removable bottom pan, rich chocolate, airy texture, special occasion, make ahead
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