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Pistachio Mousse with Chocolate Ganache

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Pistachio mousse with chocolate ganache is a layered dessert featuring a smooth, nutty pistachio mousse paired with rich dark chocolate ganache. Elegant yet simple to prepare, it’s perfect for dinner parties or special occasions.

Ingredients

200g (7 oz) dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped

200ml (¾ cup + 1 tbsp) heavy cream

1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional, for extra shine)

150g (1 ¼ cups) shelled pistachios (unsalted)

3 tbsp granulated sugar

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

250ml (1 cup) heavy cream, cold

100g (½ cup) mascarpone cheese or cream cheese, softened

A pinch of salt

Optional garnish: chopped roasted pistachios, chocolate curls, edible gold dust, or sea salt flakes

Instructions

  1. Heat the cream until just simmering, then pour over the chopped dark chocolate.
  2. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth. Whisk in butter for shine if desired, and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Blend pistachios with sugar until finely ground.
  4. Whip the cold cream until soft peaks form.
  5. Beat mascarpone with vanilla and salt until smooth, then fold in the pistachio mixture.
  6. Gently fold in the whipped cream until airy and combined.
  7. Spoon or pipe a layer of ganache into serving glasses, followed by pistachio mousse.
  8. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving, then garnish as desired.

Notes

Peeling pistachios creates a smoother, greener mousse, but it’s optional.

Store-bought pistachio paste can be used as a shortcut—adjust sugar accordingly.

For a lighter version, substitute mascarpone with Greek yogurt.

White chocolate ganache can replace dark for a sweeter flavor.

Best served chilled and not suitable for freezing.

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