Jul 14 2026
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Napoleon Recipe

Inspired by Charleston
Time2h
Serves4

Layers of Manjari Chocolate Mousse, Pecan Tuile, Fresh Blackberries

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Ingredients

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Chocolate Mousse

Pecan Tuile

Garnish

Method

Chocolate Mousse Preparation

  1. 1

    Melt the Chocolate

    In a heatproof bowl, melt the Manjari chocolate over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Whip the Cream

    In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Egg Mixture

    In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture. Carefully add the whipped cream, folding gently until fully incorporated.

  5. 5

    Chill the Mousse

    Transfer the mousse into serving cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.

Pecan Tuile Preparation

  1. 6

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 7

    Mix the Batter

    In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and powdered sugar. Add the egg whites and melted unsalted butter, stirring until smooth. Fold in the chopped pecans.

  3. 8

    Shape the Tuiles

    Using a spoon, drop small amounts of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading them thinly into circles.

  4. 9

    Bake the Tuiles

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.

Assembly

  1. 10

    Layer the Dessert

    In serving dishes, layer the chilled chocolate mousse with the pecan tuile. Top with fresh blackberries for garnish.

  2. 11

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your delightful Napoleon dessert!

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