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Greek Chocolate Mousse
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Greek Chocolate Mousse with Mastiha & Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Indulge mindfully with this Greek chocolate mousse with mastiha and extra virgin olive oil, where the richness of chocolate meets the healthy fats of olive oil — embracing olive oil in Greek cooking and the longevity philosophy of the Mediterranean diet highlighted on My Greek Table Season 5: Olive Oil & Longevity.
Course dessert
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword healthy chocolate mousse, healthy dessert
PREP TIME 25 minutes
Chill 4 hours
SERVES 8

Ingredients

  • 8 oz 227 g bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 large eggs separated
  • ½ cup sugar divided
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp mastiha crystals
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp strong coffee or espresso
  • 1 tsp lemon zest optional
  • Optional toppings: whipped cream fresh berries, crushed toasted nuts

Instructions

  1. Grind mastiha: Crush mastiha crystals with 1 tsp sugar to a fine powder; set aside.
  2. Melt chocolate: In a double boiler, melt chocolate; whisk in olive oil until glossy. Cool.
  3. Make meringue: Beat egg whites + ¼ cup sugar until stiff peaks form.
  4. Egg yolk mix: Whisk yolks with remaining sugar, salt, mastiha, vanilla, lemon zest, and coffee.
  5. Combine: Fold melted chocolate into yolk mixture; then gently fold in meringue in thirds.
  6. Chill: Divide into 8 ramekins, cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Notes & Longevity Tips

  • Healthy Olive Oil in Dessert: Using extra virgin Greek olive oil adds beneficial monounsaturated fats and rich flavor without dairy heaviness.
  • Mastiha Benefit: Mastiha resin from Chios offers a unique Mediterranean aromatic note and has been traditionally associated with digestive wellness.
  • Serving: Add antioxidant-rich fresh berries or nuts to boost fiber and micronutrients.
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