Pistachio Mousse Chocolate Ganache (Printable Format)

Velvety pistachio mousse layered over glossy chocolate ganache, topped with pistachios and chocolate shavings.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Chocolate Ganache

01 - 7 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped
02 - 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon heavy cream
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for extra shine)

→ Pistachio Mousse

04 - 1 1/4 cups shelled unsalted pistachios
05 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - 1 cup heavy cream, cold
08 - 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese or cream cheese, softened
09 - Pinch of salt

→ Optional Garnishes

10 - Chopped roasted pistachios
11 - Chocolate curls or shavings
12 - Edible gold dust or sea salt flakes

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Heat heavy cream over medium heat just to a simmer without boiling. Pour over chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and let stand for 1 minute. Stir gently until an even, glossy mixture forms. For added shine, incorporate unsalted butter at this stage, if desired.
02 - Spoon the warm ganache into 6 small serving glasses, filling each about one-quarter full. Refrigerate the glasses to chill the ganache while preparing the mousse.
03 - Optional for enhanced color: Blanch pistachios by simmering for 1 minute, transferring to an ice bath, and peeling skins. Blend peeled pistachios, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract in a food processor until finely ground, adding a splash of cream if necessary to reach a smooth paste.
04 - Using an electric mixer, whip cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. In a separate bowl, beat softened mascarpone or cream cheese until completely smooth. Combine the pistachio paste with the mascarpone until evenly incorporated.
05 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the pistachio-mascarpone mixture in two additions, maintaining as much volume as possible for a light texture.
06 - When the ganache layer is firm, carefully spoon or pipe pistachio mousse over the ganache, filling the glasses fully. Level the tops, cover loosely, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
07 - Just before serving, garnish each portion with chopped roasted pistachios, chocolate curls, and, if desired, a sprinkle of gold dust or sea salt flakes. Serve chilled.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For a vibrant green hue, blanch and peel the pistachios before blending. For best results, ensure all dairy ingredients are cold prior to whipping.

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