Description[]
Source: Cooking Light Annual Recipes 2004 - Cooking Light Magazine
Fresh orange sections are topped with a thick chocolate mousse for a unique presentation. The mild bitterness of orange rind and bittersweet chocolate temper the sweetness of this easy dish. You can prepare the dessert up to a day ahead.
Ingredients[]
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 7 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
- 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier
- 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Dash of salt
- 2 (12.3-ounce) packages reduced-fat silken tofu, drained
- 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 3 oranges, peeled and sectioned
Directions[]
- Combine first 7 ingredients in a blender or food processor; process until smooth.
- Place chopped chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave at HIGH 1 minute or until almost melted; stir until smooth.
- Add chocolate to tofu mixture; process until smooth.
- Divide orange sections evenly among 6 bowls or parfait glasses; top each serving with 1/2 cup mousse.
- Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
Yield: 6 servings