Ultimate Chocolate Desserts

There is much to know about working with chocolate, like how to buy it, how to work with it, the science behind it, and what is the best chocolate available. In this America’s Test Kitchen online cooking class, we will walk you through all there is to know about chocolate in order to make the ultimate chocolate desserts. Our core technique videos outline in clear terms how to properly whip egg whites, and melt chocolate two ways (on the stovetop and in the microwave) to avoid seizing. Learn what common pitfalls to avoid when working with chocolate, and what equipment and ingredients make creating these impressive desserts easier. Finally, try our recipes for Triple-Chocolate Mousse Cake, Rich Chocolate Tart, and our Chocolate-Espresso Dacquoise.
- Introduction
- Lesson Overview
- Introduction to Ultimate Chocolate Desserts
- Test Your Chocolate IQ
- How Chocolate Desserts Work
- Chocolate 101
- Chocolate Buying Guide
- The Science of Chocolate
- Common Equipment for Chocolate Desserts
- Tips for Working with Chocolate
- Core Technique Videos
- How to Whip Egg Whites
- How to Melt Chocolate
- Concept Review
- Quiz
- Recipe Lesson: Chocolate-Espresso Dacquoise
- Recipe Overview
- What You’ll Need
- Common Mistakes
- Cook Along in the Test Kitchen
- Share Your Dish
- How Did You Do?
- Printable Recipe
- Recipe Lesson: Triple-Chocolate Mousse Cake
- Recipe Overview
- What You’ll Need
- Common Mistakes
- Cook Along in the Test Kitchen
- Share Your Dish
- How Did You Do?
- Printable Recipe
- Recipe Lesson: Rich Chocolate Tart
- Recipe Overview
- What You’ll Need
- Common Mistakes
- Cook Along in the Test Kitchen
- Share Your Dish
- How Did You Do?
- Printable Recipe