Blisstree » chocolate mousse http://www.blisstree.com Family, Health, Home and Lifestyles Thu, 17 Dec 2009 02:54:24 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 New Mousse Temptation Desserts From Jell-o http://www.blisstree.com/articles/new-mousse-temptation-desserts-from-jell-o/ http://www.blisstree.com/articles/new-mousse-temptation-desserts-from-jell-o/#comments Sat, 05 Sep 2009 01:07:43 +0000 Linette Gerlach http://www.blisstree.com/?p=110482 Post from: Blisstree

New Mousse Temptation Desserts From Jell-o

]]> One of the best parts of my job is the the opportunity to taste test new food. The other day one of those opportunities came up to taste test the new Mousse Temptation desserts by Jell-o. I have to tell you I was impressed with their flavor.

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The new Mousse Temptations come in threee yummy flavors, Caramel Crème, Dark Chocolate Decadence and Chocolate Indulgence. The desserts are airy, but still rich in flavor, and definitely worthy of 60 calories each. The family favorite was the Caramel Crème. Which surprised me.

I thought my favorite would be the Dark Chocolate Decadence, since I’m definitely a dark chocolate fan. The dark chocolate did come in a close second, but the Caramel was melt in your mouth fabulous.

I would definitely buy any of the flavors again. That’s one of my taste review rules, I don’t write about anything I wouldn’t purchase myself.

The new Mousse Temptations by JELL-O are available at grocery stores nationwide starting this month, with a suggested retail price of $3.19. If you decide to give them a try, stop back and let me know what you think!

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New Mousse Temptation Desserts From Jell-o

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Chocolate Mousse with Olive Oil

]]> I’m all about the dessert, in case you can’t tell by now, it’s even better if that dessert is chocolate. For summer desserts I like light, cool desserts and this recipe for chocolate mousse from Gaea fits that description perfectly.

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Chocolate Mousse with Olive Oil from Chef Stelios Parliaros

Preparation time: 20 minutes 6 servings

  • 9.5 ounces couverture chocolate
  • ¾ cup Gaea DOP Kalamata Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 7 eggs, separated
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp brandy
  • Zest of 1 orange or lemon.

To Make It:

  1. Melt the chocolate in a bain marie, remove from heat and add olive oil in a slow steady stream stirring constantly with a wire whisk.
  2. Add brandy.
  3. Beat egg yolks with ½ cup sugar until light and airy. Add to chocolate mixture with a plastic spoon.
  4. Beat egg whites with remaining sugar in mixer at low speed until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold into chocolate mixture along with the orange or lemon zest.
  6. Divide mousse evenly among 6 bowls and put in refrigerator to chill.

This would make a great dessert for a garden luncheon, summer brunch, or dinner on the patio. You can make it ahead and have it ready to pull out after your meal.

I got to sample Gaea’s DOP Kalamata Extra Virgin Olive Oil, it has a smooth flavor. I’ve enjoyed it in several dishes so far. What I really like about Gaea’s Olive Oils is that they are carbon neutral, and the olives are hand picked and cold pressed. Those are two of the criterea I look for when I’m purchasing olive oil.

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