Ingredients
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Before diving into the recipe, let’s gather our ingredients. For this indulgent Pistachio Mousse with Chocolate Ganache, you’ll need the following:
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- Additional chopped pistachios for garnish
These ingredients are not only simple but also readily available at your local grocery store. I love incorporating seasonal flavors, and pistachios are a delightful choice that adds a unique twist to this dessert!
Instructions
- Blend pistachios and sugar until fine powder.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Fold the pistachio mixture and vanilla into the whipped cream.
- Melt chocolate chips and butter in intervals until smooth.
- Layer mousse and ganache in serving glasses, topping with chopped pistachios.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream is whipped to soft peaks for best texture.
- Chilling time helps flavors meld, so don’t skip it!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg