Ingredients:
1 envelope (1 1/2 tsp/7g) unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1/3 cup boiling water
1 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup Dutch Processed cocoa
2 cups (1 pint/16 oz/1/2 liter) cold whipping cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Garnish (optional)
Dark Chocolate Shavings and Whipped Cream
Instructions:
1. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in small bowl; let stand 2 minutes to soften. Add boiling water; stir until gelatin is completely dissolved and mixture is clear. Cool slightly.
2. Combine sugar and cocoa in large bowl; add whipping cream and vanilla. Beat on medium speed of mixer, scraping bottom of bowl occasionally, until mixture is stiff. Pour in gelatin mixture; beat until well blended. Spoon into dessert dishes.
3. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes. Garnish with whipped cream or sprinkle with chocolate shavings. Store covered in refrigerator.
Makes 8 servings.
Photograph taken by Diana Baker Woodall© 2003
Source: DianasDesserts.com
Date: January 8, 2003