Wednesday, February 23, 2011

A most beautiful dessert~Star worthy~


When I saw this dessert at La Casserole Carrée..I knew I had to make it..her blog is exquisite..her creations sublime..No comments allowed..I have sometimes e-mailed to tell her how beautiful her blog is..this is a small tribute..



It's a special dessert sure to please the chocolate lover..I could have put more chocolates..but it's for my husband and he will have each piece w/ a chocolate:) Different if you have company..the more chocolates the merrier.I can see See's in many futures:)

I used these..



They are all seashells..fish..pretty ....
It's called Box Of Chocolates dessert..like a blog I follow:)..and like..

The recipe is at la Casserole Carrée..just follow the link above..

To sum it up.. you use a basic crust..you could even use a sweeter one.. I think a shortbread crust would be divine also..and blind bake.. then finish baking w/out the paper and weights until golden..

Once cooled you add your mousse type filling.. she makes hers w/ 3 egg yolks and whites..I did the same..I added my nuts to this mixture as well as the Frangelico..you spread on top and leave overnight to chill,covered in the fridge.... then dust w/ cocoa powder ..and press the chocolates in gently..
I think you could use your favorite mousse type filling..my daughter makes and excellent one with Silken Tofu..It would sit well in this also..

If you need any help in translating Vibi's(La Casserole Carrée's ) recipe just ask..


Take the time to browse through her blog..I think last year I spent a whole afternoon just admiring.

It takes your breath away if you are a Foodie..Plus the content..material..is always interesting..Thank you Vibi..

Keeper dessert..~If I was in California..there would be one on my friends doorstep..as a yay!!!!!!It would be the perfect dessert for her and her huband:)
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32 comments:

  1. MarthaFebruary 23, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    It is a most beuatiful dessert -- and I would appreciate a translation -- I can get some of it but not all of it and in baking it does need to be right. I'm thinking of this for my next dinner party !

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  2. BarbaraFebruary 23, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    For some reason, I'm not getting your photos today, Monique. But I went to La Casserole Carrée and saw it. How divine. And perfect for Valentine's Day.
    Thanks for introducing me!

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  3. Deana SidneyFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    I'm with Barbara.. your photo came through but not the photos at the top... your version is splendid and what a great use for chocolates... they make homemade look like a fancy pastry chef did the baking!

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  4. The French BearFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Lovely...I shall head off to peruse......ummmmm!!!
    Thank you for the tip!
    Hugs,
    Margaret B

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  5. ZurinFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Absolutely divine Monique. TQ for bringing us such beautiful things. :))Im hopping over right away.

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  6. a quiet lifeFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    you know this is the stuff dreams are made off ;)

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  7. La Table De NanaFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    I am having a Blogger photo/Picasa problem..many of my photos have broken links:( Any advice? I re~uploaded these~
    Martha..I used pre bought pie dough..fresh..in the frozen section..I think bakers make the lovely balls:) The mousse .I would just use your favorite mousse recipe..the easier the better..:)

    This is hers..

    3 onces chocolat mi-sucré haché
    ½ tasse sucre glace
    2 cuillerées à table Frangelico (ou autre liqueur de noisette)
    ½ tasse noisettes mondées grossièrement hachées
    3 blancs d’œufs
    3 jaunes d’œufs
    Pincée de sel (ou de crème de tarte)

    3 ounces semi sweet chocolate chopped
    1/2 cup icing sugar
    2 tbsps Frangelico
    1/2 cup coarsely chopped skinnned hazelnuts
    3 egg whites
    3 egg yolks
    touch of salt or cream of tartar.

    In a bain ~marie ..moderate heat..melt the chocolate
    add the icing sugar and whisk well until homogenous..
    Always whisking add egg yolks one by one.. and Frangelico..mix well..I added the almonds here.. (Hers were hazelnuts..but I did not find when she added them)
    Remove top part of bain marie and let cool.
    Beat egg whites until still peaks form.. add a pinch of salt or Cr of tartar to help..

    gently mix 1/3 of the chocolate mixture into the whites w/out breaking the whites..add the rest and gently mix..

    Pour into baked crust.. the rest is explained in my blog..as I mentioned feel free to use any mousse recipe..The use of raw egg whites here will deter certain people.
    It's an art to make this mousse..it's all in te fold and warming the ingredients and mixing properly..:)

    Enjoy..I have fixed these photos hopefully the rest will take care of themselves~
    I would hate to have to repost my blog~

    Sigh~

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  8. La Table De NanaFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Yay my photos are back.Fiou.

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  9. RitaFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    I have to tell you I think `Table de Nana` is such a delight for me to read. Your recipes and your photos inspire me every time; I feel very comfortable here.

    I did go visit La Casserole Carrée; love that name; you`re right is it quite special. Thank you for introducing her.
    That pie is must be so creamy good.
    I love fruits de mer chocolats and buy them often.
    Rita

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  10. Kathy WalkerFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    That is so elegant! The shoreline/sand dune of crust, the floor of the sea..mousse and cocoa and the finale of gorgeous chocolates waiting to be found. How unique.

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  11. Patricia @ ButterYumFebruary 23, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    No comments? Gasp!

    Such a lovely presentation - thanks for sharing the loveliness.

    :)
    ButterYum

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  12. LindaFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Gorgeous Monique!
    Your friends blog is as well...
    Your pics look simply magical!
    I want a piece right now!

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  13. Flavia GalassoFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Monique..this cake is a dream!!!

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  14. SarahFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    On the run these days, but just popped in for a quick peek. Oh, my! This does look fabulous. I'll explore the site when more time is at hand. I've a box of these sweet little sea shells. Think I'll make this for my friend who has just been released from the hospital.
    Thanks for the recipe. Sorry I've been MIA. Will return soon. Hugs to you! ~ Sarah

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  15. Shirley @ Kokken69February 23, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Monique, this is exceptional! Perfect for a summer theme party!

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  16. Kathleen BadeFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Phenomenal. truly.

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  17. Blue MuseFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    oooooh! Stop by my place while you are in Cali! :)
    This is gorgeous. Simply gorgeous.
    xx Isa

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  18. La Table De NanaFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Oh thank you! I am really happy you enjoy it and that it inspires you to maybe make one..like I was..

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  19. Yvonne @ StoneGableFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Hello, dear friend! What a lovely post to come back to. Oh my! I actually think I could do this, but I don't know if it could ever be as lovely as yours.
    So happy to stop by!!!!!
    xo Yvonne

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  20. LucyFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    This dessert is so pretty and clever - I would never have thought of it. I'm sure its as gorgeous to eat as it is to admire :)

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  21. martinealisonFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Ah ah! le plaisir des yeux, de la bouche... passe automatiquement par toi ma chère Nana... A force je ne sais pas si mes hanches vont résister...
    Gros bisous

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  22. LillyFebruary 25, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    It looks amazing.Makes me dream.

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  23. Cooking GalleryFebruary 26, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    That looks very delicious and pretty too!

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  24. Marie RaynerFebruary 26, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Monique, I fixed my post. The insrtuctions hadnt posted. I think they will make sense to you now! Fabulous cupcakes. This tart looks wonderful! I wish Todd loved chocolate like I do! xxoo

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  25. La Table De NanaFebruary 27, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    Thanks Marie.. can you believe ran out of butter..today:) Thanks everyone..Have a great Sunday~

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  26. nooschiFebruary 27, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Beautiful beautiful photos as always monique.

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  27. A Box of ChocolatesFebruary 27, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    hey Monique thanks for the link and at the moment i'm not getting the photos so i'll be back later for another look
    hugs
    kim
    xo

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  28. Fresh Local and BestFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    This is such a neat looking tart. I love how the cocoa resembles chocolatey sand. What a great gift this would make.

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  29. MarysolMarch 1, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    How beautiful, and a beautifully-fresh idea for summer!

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  30. ~Lexibule~March 3, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Quelles Magnifiques photos!! À couper le souffle:) Bon jeudi ma belle!!xxx

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  31. SavoringTime in the KitchenMarch 3, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    How beautiful~ A seashore lover's delight :)

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  32. JacquelineMarch 5, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Oh, absolutely lovely! It looks like chocolate sand, something I would love. I am having a luncheon this week and have been in a quandary about what to have for the dessert. I am doing a French theme to honor my friend who gave me the French cheese plates and this would be perfect. Glad I checked down to see what I missed.

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