A rich, no-bake chocolate mousse dessert with bright orange flavor and a buttery biscuit base. Elegant, festive, and easy to prepare ahead.
200g dark chocolate (60–70%)
1 cup heavy cream, cold
2 egg yolks (optional)
¼ cup sugar
3 tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tbsp orange zest
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1½ cups crushed digestive biscuits
5 tbsp melted butter (for base)
Mix biscuit crumbs and melted butter. Press into pan or glasses. Chill.
Melt chocolate with butter, zest, and juice. Set aside.
(Optional) Cook egg yolks, sugar, and orange juice until thickened.
Whip cream to soft peaks. Fold into cooled chocolate mixture.
Spoon mousse over crust. Chill for 4+ hours or overnight.
Garnish and serve.
For stronger orange flavor, use liqueur or orange extract.
Eggless and vegan versions in main article.
Keeps 3 days in fridge or freeze for up to 1 month.