Chocolate Easter Eggs with Three Delicious Fillings
This indulgent recipe for chocolate Easter eggs with three different fillings is perfect for anyone looking to create a unique dessert for their spring celebrations or for those with a love for creamy and rich flavors. These chocolate eggs are filled with layers of panna cotta, tiramisรน, and orange mousse, offering a delightful variety of tastes in each bite. Whether youโre hosting a special occasion or simply want to spoil your loved ones with an extravagant treat, these chocolate eggs will surely impress.
Ingredients
This recipe yields 4 servings and features three decadent fillings.
For the Panna Cotta Filling:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Milk chocolate eggs | 4 |
| Heavy cream | 250 ml |
| Sugar | 75 g |
| Dark chocolate | 50 g |
| Gelatin sheets | 4 g |
| Vanilla pod | ยฝ |
For the Tiramisu Filling:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Milk chocolate eggs | 4 |
| Mascarpone cheese | 125 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Instant coffee powder | 1 tsp |
| Ladyfingers (Savoiardi) | 3 |
| Coffee beans | 4 |
| Eggs (whole) | 2 |
| Cocoa powder (unsweetened) | To taste |
| Coffee | To taste |
For the Orange Mousse Filling:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Milk chocolate eggs | 4 |
| Orange juice | 50 ml |
| Orange zest | ยฝ |
| Sugar | 75 g |
| Egg whites | 35 g |
| Heavy cream | 150 ml |
| Water | 15 ml |
| Gelatin sheets | 4 g |
| Salt | A pinch |
| Fresh mint | To taste |
| Oranges | To taste |
Instructions
1. Panna Cotta Filling:
- Start by soaking the gelatin sheets in cold water for about 10 minutes to soften.
- In a saucepan, pour in the heavy cream and add the sugar, stirring over low heat until dissolved.
- Squeeze the gelatin sheets to remove excess water and add them to the cream mixture. Stir until fully dissolved.
- Filter the mixture to remove the vanilla pod and then brush the inside of the chocolate eggs with the panna cotta mixture.
- Place the chocolate eggs in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to set, then transfer them to the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to fully firm up.
- Once set, garnish with shaved dark chocolate for an extra touch.
2. Tiramisu Filling:
- For the tiramisu filling, start by separating the egg yolks from the whites.
- Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the mascarpone and mix well using a hand whisk.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Add a teaspoon of instant coffee powder and mix it in.
- Now, take the top of each milk chocolate egg and carefully break it open.
- Prepare small molds by folding a piece of aluminum foil into a ring to hold the eggs upright, or use small ramekins for this purpose.
- Cut the ladyfingers into thirds and dip them into coffee to soften. Place the dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of each chocolate egg.
- Use a piping bag to fill the chocolate eggs with the mascarpone cream mixture, then layer more dipped ladyfingers on top, followed by another layer of mascarpone cream. Repeat until the eggs are filled to the top.
- Finish with a dusting of cocoa powder.
3. Orange Mousse Filling:
- Start by making the Italian meringue. In a saucepan, combine water and sugar, heating gently until the sugar dissolves and the syrup reaches 121ยฐC.
- Meanwhile, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
- Slowly pour the hot syrup into the whipped egg whites, continuing to whisk until the mixture forms a smooth, glossy meringue.
- In another saucepan, combine sugar with the grated zest of half an orange. Heat gently until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the softened gelatin sheets to the orange-sugar mixture and stir to dissolve. If necessary, microwave the mixture briefly to help dissolve the gelatin faster.
- Once the gelatin is fully dissolved, incorporate the meringue mixture into the orange mixture gently.
- In a stand mixer or using an electric hand mixer, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the orange-meringue mixture gently until smooth.
- Transfer the mousse to a piping bag and fill the chocolate eggs with the mousse. Let the eggs set in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Before serving, garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and some thinly sliced orange segments for added flavor.
Tips for Success:
- Make sure to allow ample time for each filling to set in the refrigerator to achieve the perfect consistency.
- The chocolate eggs can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days before serving.
- Customize the fillings by adding a touch of liqueur to the tiramisu layer for an adult version, or experiment with different fruit flavors for the mousse.
These chocolate eggs are not only visually stunning but also a treat for the palate, combining rich chocolate, creamy mascarpone, and fresh citrus flavors. They make for an elegant and fun dessert to serve at any spring gathering or as a unique Easter treat.
