Best 2 Frozen White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Torte Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our frozen white chocolate raspberry mousse torte, a confection that tantalizes taste buds with its exquisite layers of textures and flavors. This culinary masterpiece begins with a crisp chocolate cookie crust, providing a sturdy foundation for the ethereal white chocolate mousse filling, which is swirled with vibrant raspberry puree, creating a symphony of colors and flavors. The torte is then enrobed in a luscious white chocolate ganache, adding an extra layer of richness and decadence. This recipe also includes a bonus section with three additional mousse torte recipes: a classic chocolate mousse torte, a refreshing key lime mousse torte, and an indulgent cookies and cream mousse torte, each offering its own unique flavor profile to satisfy any sweet craving.

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FROZEN WHITE CHOCOLATE AND RASPBERRY MOUSSE TORTE



Frozen White Chocolate and Raspberry Mousse Torte image

Categories     Cake     Milk/Cream     Food Processor     Mixer     Berry     Chocolate     Dairy     Dessert     No-Cook     Christmas     Raspberry     Winter     Chill     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Crust
1 (9-ounce) box chocolate wafer cookies, broken into pieces
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Mousse
1/3 cup Chambord (black raspberry-flavored liqueur) or crème de cassis (black currant-flavored liqueur)
1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
2 (12-ounce) packages frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed, drained, juices reserved
1/2 cup sugar
12 ounces good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Baker's finely chopped
2 cups chilled whipping cream
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2-pint basket raspberries
Chocolate Leaves

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Finely grind cookie pieces in processor. Add butter; blend until crumbs are moist. Press mixture onto bottom and halfway up sides of 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides. Freeze while preparing mousse.
  • For mousse:
  • Place liqueur in heavy medium saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin over liqueur; let stand until gelatin softens, about 20 minutes.
  • Press raspberries firmly through sieve into large measuring cup. Add enough reserved juices to puree in cup to measure 1 2/3 cups berry mixture. Add berry mixture and 1/2 cup sugar to gelatin mixture. Stir over medium-low heat just until sugar and gelatin dissolve, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Add white chocolate; stir until melted. Transfer raspberry mixture to large bowl. Chill until thick but not set, stirring often, about 2 hours.
  • Beat cream, powdered sugar and vanilla in bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold cream into raspberry mixture in 3 additions. Transfer mousse to crust; smooth top. Freeze until firm, at least 6 hours. (Can be made 4 days ahead. Cover; freeze.)
  • Cut around pan sides; release pan sides. Place torte on platter. Arrange raspberries around top edge of torte. Decorate with Chocolate Leaves.

FROZEN WHITE CHOCOLATE & RASPBERRY MOUSSE TORTE RECIPE



Frozen White Chocolate & Raspberry Mousse Torte Recipe image

Provided by shauna

Number Of Ingredients 14

Crust:
1 (9oz.) Box Chocolate Wafer Cookies, broken into pieces
1/2 C. (1stick) Unsalted Butter, melted
Mousse:
1/3 C. Chambord (black raspberry-flavored liqueur) or Creme de Cassis (black currant-flavored liqueur)
11/2 tsp. Unflavored Gelatin
2 (12-oz.) Pkgs. Frozen, unsweetened raspberries, thawed, drained, juices reserved
1/2 C. Sugar
12 oz. Good-Quality White Chocolate (Lindt or Baker's, finely chopped)
2 C. Chilled Whipping Cream
3/4 C. Powdered Sugar
1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
11/2 Pint Basket Fresh Raspberries
Fresh Mint Leaves

Steps:

  • For Crust: Finely grind cookie pieces in processor. Add butter; blend till crumbs are moist. Press mixture onto bottom & halfway up sides of 9-in. diameter springform pan with 23/4-in. high sides. Freeze while preparing mousse. For Mousse: Place liqueur in heavy med saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin over liqueur; let stand till gelatin softens, about 20 min. Press raspberries firmly through a sieve into lg. measuring cup. Add enough juice to puree in cup to measure 12/3C. berry mixture & 1/2C. sugar to gelatin mixture. Stir over med-low heat just till sugar & gelatin dissolve, about 3 min. Remove from heat. Add white chocolate; stir till melted. Transfer raspberry mixture to lg. bowl. Chill till thick but not set, stirring often, about 2 hrs. Beat cream, powdered sugar & vanilla in bowl till stiff peaks form. Fold cream into raspberry mixture in 3 additions. Transfer mousse to crust; smooth top. Freeze till firm, at least 6 hrs. (Can be made 4 days ahead. Cover; freeze.) Cut around pan sides; release pan sides. Place torte on platter. Arrange raspberries around top of torte. Decorate with mint or chocolate leaves & serve.

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect mousse texture, ensure that the heavy cream is chilled and whipped until stiff peaks form. Avoid over-whipping, as this can cause the mousse to become grainy.
  • Incorporate the whipped cream into the white chocolate mixture gradually and gently, using a spatula, to prevent the mousse from deflating. Folding the whipped cream ensures that the air incorporated during whipping is retained, resulting in a light and fluffy mousse.
  • When preparing the raspberry sauce, use fresh raspberries for the best flavor and texture. If frozen raspberries are used, thaw them completely before use and drain off any excess liquid. This will prevent the sauce from becoming too watery.
  • Allow the torte to freeze completely before serving. This will ensure that the mousse and raspberry sauce have set properly, resulting in a clean and precise slice when cutting.
  • For a visually appealing presentation, garnish the torte with fresh raspberries, white chocolate shavings, or mint leaves before serving.

Conclusion:

The Frozen White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Torte is a delightful dessert that combines creamy white chocolate mousse, tangy raspberry sauce, and a crisp chocolate cookie crust. With its captivating appearance and irresistible flavors, this torte is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite for any special occasion. If you're looking for a dessert that is both delicious and visually stunning, give this recipe a try. The combination of flavors and textures in this torte is sure to leave a lasting impression.

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