3 tbsp orange-flavored liqueur or 3 tbsp frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
3 tbsp water
2-1/2 tbsp sugar, divided
1 cup semisweet chocolate pieces
1-1/2 cup whipping cream, divided
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 mint sprig
Instructions
In a bowl, toss strawberries and liqueur or orange juice; cover and refrigerate.
To make the chocolate mousse; in a small saucepan, mix water with 2 tbsp of the sugar. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 1 minute. Place chocolate pieces in container of electric blender. Blend until chocolate is melted and smooth.
In a medium bowl, whip 3/4 cup of the cream to form stiff peaks. With rubber spatula, fold chocolate into cream to blend thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours and up to 3 days. Just before serving, whip the remaining 3/4 cup cream to form soft peaks. Beat in the remaining 1/2 tsp sugar and the vanilla.
In four 10 to 12 ounce stemmed wine glasses or in dessert bowls, layer mousse, whipped cream and strawberries, dividing equally. Garnish with mint sprigs.
Originally Submitted
12/12/2012
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