Almond-Chocolate Frozen Mousse Towers with Raspberry Coulis

Allergens

Contains dairy, eggs.

Ingredients

• 200g dark chocolate (vegetarian)
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 egg whites
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• 2 tbsp sugar (for the coulis)
• 2 tbsp water
• Toasted almond flakes, for garnish

Instructions

1. Begin by preparing the chocolate almond mousse. Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl. In a saucepan, gently warm the almond milk until it is steaming but not boiling. Pour the heated almond milk over the chopped chocolate and allow it to sit for a minute before stirring until smooth.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg whites, sugar, and a pinch of salt until you achieve a stiff peak. Gently fold this mixture into the chocolate almond mix. Stir in the vanilla extract. Cover and refrigerate the mousse for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
3. While the mousse is setting, prepare the raspberry coulis. In a blender, combine the fresh raspberries, sugar, and water. Blend until smooth and then pass through a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds. Refrigerate until needed.
4. Once the mousse has set, remove it from the refrigerator and use a cookie scoop or two spoons to create balls of mousse. Arrange these on plates in a tiered tower formation, with larger bases at the bottom and smaller ones on top. Drizzle the raspberry coulis over and around the towers for a dramatic effect. Garnish with toasted almond flakes.

Chef’s Insight

The balance of rich chocolate and almond flavors with the tangy raspberry coulis is key to this dessert's success. Be sure not to over-whip the meringue, as it should be soft and glossy for a perfect texture.

Notes

Ensure that all ingredients are vegetarian-friendly and that any substitutions made also cater to the dietary requirements.