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Chocolate-Chestnut Mousse

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Your blender does most of the work for you to make this decadent mousse: no eggs, no double boiler, no extra fuss. It's the perfect make-ahead dessert for an impressive holiday meal.

Cook's Note

Both the quality and cocoa percentage of the chocolate have a significant impact on the flavor of this mousse; purchase the best-quality 70% bittersweet chocolate you can afford.

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