ORANGE and CHOCOLATE MOUSSE spoon dessert creamy and delicious, easy and quick to prepare, perfect dessert after lunch or dinner made in just a few minutes. I prepared it the other night a bit by chance, I had some juicy oranges and some amaretti to finish, and in a few minutes a dessert came out that everyone liked — even those who usually don’t like fruit desserts!
The contrast between the dense and velvety chocolate cream and the eggless orange cream made with water and fresh zest is something incredible.
Every spoonful is a balance between sweet and citrusy, with that slightly bitter note of dark chocolate that pairs perfectly with the fresh scent of orange.
The crumbled amaretti add just the right amount of crunch, making this spoon dessert sophisticated yet very easy to make.
It’s one of those desserts that looks like it came out of a patisserie but can be prepared in no time, without the need for gelatin, whipped cream, or complicated steps.
Perfect for parties, a romantic dinner, or as a last-minute dessert when unexpected guests arrive.
You can serve it in glasses or small bowls, decorating with candied orange zest or a dusting of unsweetened cocoa for an even more elegant effect.
Join me in the kitchen today as we’re making orange and chocolate mousse.
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2-4
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter, and Spring
Ingredients
- 2 oranges
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons potato starch
- 2 cups water (or milk)
- 1 lb custard (chocolate)
Steps
Prepare the chocolate custard following THIS RECIPE and set aside.
Peel the oranges carefully to take only the yellow part, put the peels in a mixer.
Peel the segments and place them in the mixer, blend everything.
Pour the puree into a saucepan, add the sugar and starch, mix then add the water and continue to stir.
Move to the stove and continue stirring until it thickens then strain the juice and set aside.
Crumble the amaretti in the cups and make a first layer, pour the chocolate, amaretti, and finally the orange mousse.
Store in the fridge until serving time, you can enrich it by adding whipped cream to both mixtures.
Bon appétit
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ORANGE and CHOCOLATE MOUSSE spoon dessert
Extra Tips
Add some amaretti soaked in coffee or orange liqueur between the layers for an even more intense note.
If you want to make it more scenic, alternate layers of light and dark cream in transparent glasses.
Perfect also for those looking for an egg-free dessert or an easy and quick dessert recipe to make with few ingredients.
In summer you can serve it cold, in winter slightly warm: a versatile mousse that’s always delicious.
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FAQ ORANGE and CHOCOLATE MOUSSE spoon dessert
How do you make eggless orange cream?
It’s very simple: it’s made with orange juice and zest, water, sugar, and starch, resulting in a light yet creamy texture.
Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate?
Of course! You will get a sweeter and more delicate taste, perfect if the dessert is also intended for children.
Can orange and chocolate mousse be made in advance?
Yes, actually, it’s better: stored in the refrigerator for a few hours, it becomes even better and more compact.
