Death by Chocolate Bombe
Overview:
Death by Chocolate Bombe is a dessert masterpiece, a rich and indulgent treat that will satisfy even the most fervent chocoholic’s cravings. With layers of creamy white and dark chocolate mousse, encased in a decadent chocolate shell, this dessert is an irresistible temptation, though one must exercise caution, as it truly lives up to its name, delivering an explosion of chocolatey goodness that may leave you longing for more yet wary of the consequences.
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Servings: Not specified
- Yield: Not specified
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Weeknight, Freezer, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unflavored gelatin | 1 |
| White chocolate | 1 |
| Butter | 2/3 |
| Eggs | 6 |
| Sugar | 2 |
| Butter (additional) | 2 |
| Eggs (additional) | 2 |
| Sugar (additional) | 1/4 |
| Cream | 1/3 |
| Chocolate (for drizzling) | 5 oz |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 341.8
- Fat Content: 25.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 15.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 161.9mg
- Sodium Content: 90.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 26.9g
- Fiber Content: 1.2g
- Sugar Content: 24.3g
- Protein Content: 5g
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare the Bowl: Line a 6 cup (1.5 L) mixing bowl with plastic wrap, ensuring complete coverage, and drizzle the inner surface with melted chocolate, creating criss-cross thin lines. Place the bowl in the freezer to set the chocolate coating.
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White Mousse:
- Sprinkle gelatin over cream in a saucepan and let it stand for 5 minutes to soften.
- Bring the cream to a gentle boil over medium heat, then remove it from the heat.
- Add white chocolate and butter to the hot cream, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
- Blend in the egg yolks until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy, then gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture until evenly combined.
- Pour the white mousse into the prepared bowl with the chocolate-coated interior.
- Freeze for 30 minutes to set the white mousse layer.
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Dark Mousse:
- Follow the same steps as for the white mousse, omitting the gelatin.
- Once the white mousse layer is set, pour the dark mousse mixture over it.
- Return the bowl to the freezer and allow it to freeze until completely set, which typically takes at least 8 hours or overnight.
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Unmould and Serve:
- When ready to serve, remove the Death by Chocolate Bombe from the freezer.
- Carefully unmould the dessert onto a serving plate, gently lifting off the plastic wrap.
- The bombe is now ready to be sliced and enjoyed, delivering a blissful chocolate experience that is sure to delight the senses.
Indulge in this heavenly creation but remember, moderation is key, for while the taste may be divine, the richness of this dessert demands respect for its decadence. So gather your ingredients, follow the steps with care, and treat yourself to a slice of chocolate paradise with Death by Chocolate Bombe! 🍫✨
