4 eggs, separated
200 g/7 oz plain (semi-sweet) chocolate
75 ml/5 tbsp strong hot coffee
2.5 ml vanilla essence (extract)
A little whipped cream and grated
chocolate, to decorate
Method:
Whisk the egg whites until stiff. Break
up the chocolate and place in a food processor or blender. Run the
machine until the chocolate is completely crushed. Add the hot coffee
and continue running the machine until the mixture is smooth. Add the
egg yolks and vanilla essence and blend for a further 1 minute. Pour
the chocolate mixture slowly over the whites and fold in lightly but
thoroughly. Spoon into six individual dishes or a large serving dish
and chill until set. Top with a little whipped cream and a sprinkling
of grated chocolate.