Chestnut mousse with figs and pistachios

2 servings

30 minutes

Chestnut mousse with figs and pistachios is a refined delicacy of French cuisine, embodying elegance and harmony of flavors. Chestnut puree gives the dessert a velvety texture and light sweetness, while cream makes it airy and delicate. Figs and prunes add fruity depth, highlighting the nutty richness of pistachios. Honey and orange zest create a sophisticated sweetness with citrus notes. This dessert is perfect as a conclusion to an exquisite dinner, adorning it with noble and refined taste. Served chilled, it awakens the senses from the very first bite, leaving a pleasant aftertaste of sweetness and freshness.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 626.6
• Proteins: 7.5g
• Fats: 41.2g
• Carbohydrates: 56.4g

Ingredients

• Sweet chestnut puree: 70 g
• Oranges: 0.5 pc
• Dried figs: 50 g
• Prunes: 50 g
• Pistachios: 20 g
• Flower honey: 20 g
• Cream 35%: 200 ml

Cooking steps

1. Chill and whip the cream; toast the nuts without oil for 2 minutes, then transfer them to a plate.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream 35%: 200 ml
   • Pistachios: 20 g

2. Mix the cream with the chestnut mousse in smooth circular motions until homogeneous.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream 35%: 200 ml
   • Sweet chestnut puree: 70 g

3. Pour the mousse into a container, smooth it out, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

4. Cut the figs and prunes into large pieces, chop the nuts coarsely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dried figs: 50 g
   • Prunes: 50 g
   • Pistachios: 20 g

5. Zest the orange and finely chop it, then squeeze the juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Oranges: 0.5 piece

6. Mix honey, orange zest and juice, add nuts, prunes, figs, and stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Flower honey: 20 g
   • Oranges: 0.5 piece
   • Pistachios: 20 g
   • Prunes: 50 g
   • Dried figs: 50 g

7. Place figs and prunes with nuts on the cream and serve cold.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dried figs: 50 g
   • Prunes: 50 g
   • Pistachios: 20 g