Monday, April 30, 2012

Tasting Parties!!



I don't know about everyone else, but I LOVE tasting parties!! (Especially in the summer!!) They're a great idea when you want to have the girls over for some cocktails and appetizers because everyone can taste everything (hence the name) without feeling guilty for over indulging! Check out these adorable mini servers from pier one! They're perfect for light, airy desserts like chocolate mousse or tiramisu!


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Here is a quick & easy go-to recipe to get you started!

Ingredients

  • 13 ounces bitter or semisweet chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons superfine sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a microwave safe bowl, combine the chopped chocolate and the butter. Heat in the microwave until melted, about 35 seconds depending on your microwave, and stir to melt completely. Whisk in the egg yolks and set aside to cool.
2. Pour the cream into a chilled bowl of a mixer and beat on medium speed until it starts to thicken. Add the sugar and vanilla and whisk until the cream starts to form stiff peaks. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture.
3. Next, crush some Oreos in a zip lock bag. 
4. Drop a small spoon full of the mousse into the server.
5. Then, sprinkle a layer of Oreos over the mousse.
6. Repeat until server is filled.

                         ** If you want, you can add a gummy worm in there for the kids!**