A festive dessert that can be prepared in record time with very few ingredients. It keeps well in the refrigerator (if you hide it well!) for more than 48 hours.
CHESTNUT MOUSSE WITH CANDIED CHESTNUT PIECES
16 December 2025
: Serves 6 to 8 small glasses (verrines)
: 10 min
: 30 min
: very easy
I recommend using very cold ingredients, so the mousse only needs 20 minutes of chilling. Otherwise, let it rest longer in the refrigerator before serving.
Ingredients
1 can (425 ml / about 15 oz) chestnut spread
250 ml (1 cup) heavy cream (whipping cream)
100 g (about 3.5 oz) candied chestnut pieces, or 5 whole candied chestnuts
FOR DECORATION
2 squares of 70% dark chocolate
EQUIPMENT
Small serving glasses (verrines)
Electric mixer
Directions
- Step 1 Start by placing the bowl and beaters you will use to whip the cream into the refrigerator. Mix the chestnut spread with the rum, then whip the heavy cream into stiff peaks.
- Step 2 Set aside 2 tablespoons of whipped cream and 1 or 2 candied chestnuts for decoration.
- Step 3 Gently fold the chestnut spread into the whipped cream. Add the chopped candied chestnuts, mix gently one last time, and carefully spoon the mixture into the serving glasses. Top each mousse with a dollop of whipped cream, one or several small pieces of candied chestnut, and finish by grating dark chocolate over the top. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
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