Mocha Delight
Experience pure indulgence with Mocha Delight, a no-bake dessert that layers rich, coffee-soaked ladyfinger cookies with a luscious chocolate-mascarpone mousse, fluffy whipped cream, and a dusting of cocoa and chocolate shavings. Perfectly balancing the bold flavors of strong brewed coffee and instant espresso with the creamy decadence of mascarpone and semi-sweet chocolate, this dessert is a coffee lover's dream. Easy to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time, this show-stopping treat is made even better after chilling, allowing the flavors to meld into a velvety, melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece. Whether served in a trifle dish or elegant individual glasses, Mocha Delight is a surefire crowd-pleaser for dinner parties, holiday celebrations, or any occasion that calls for an unforgettable mocha-flavored dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml strong brewed coffee
- 120 g semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 480 ml heavy cream
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 120 g mascarpone cheese
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 200 g ladyfinger cookies
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 20 g shaved chocolate
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
Brew 240 ml of strong coffee and let it cool to room temperature. Stir in 1 tablespoon of instant espresso powder until fully dissolved, then set aside.
In a heatproof bowl, melt 120 g of semi-sweet chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip 480 ml of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar until soft peaks form. Reserve half of the whipped cream in a separate bowl for layering.
Gently fold 120 g of mascarpone cheese, 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and the melted chocolate into the remaining whipped cream. Stir until smooth and fluffy.
Pour the cooled coffee mixture into a shallow dish. Quickly dip each ladyfinger cookie (200 g) into the coffee, ensuring they are damp but not soggy.
In a serving dish or individual glasses, create the first layer by arranging dipped ladyfinger cookies at the base.
Spread a layer of the chocolate-mascarpone mixture evenly over the cookies, followed by a layer of the reserved whipped cream. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with the whipped cream layer on top.
Dust the top layer with cocoa powder and sprinkle 20 g of shaved chocolate and 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar for garnish.
Refrigerate the assembled Mocha Delight for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow flavors to meld and dessert to set.
Serve chilled and enjoy this heavenly mocha dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 270.3 g | 347% | |
| Saturated Fat | 164.5 g | 822% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 753 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 787 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.1 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 670 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
