Chocolaty Hazelnut Domes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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80 g sugar.
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1 tablespoon of water.
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125 g whole hazelnuts.
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40 g crispy crêpe wafers.
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110 g milk chocolate.
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190 g hazelnut praline paste.
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150 ml heavy cream (30% fat).
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1 gelatin leaf.
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30 g hazelnut spread.
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120 g hazelnuts for garnish.
# Instructions:
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Make a caramel using sugar and water, then stir in the hazelnuts. Let it cool completely, then blend for about 5 minutes into a paste.
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Smash the crêpe wafers, mix them with melted chocolate and praline paste. Shape into 6 circles and chill.
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Coat half-sphere molds with two layers of chocolate, letting each layer chill before adding the next.
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Mix crushed hazelnuts with hazelnut spread. Set aside for later.
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Soak the gelatin in water. Heat a small amount of cream, dissolve the gelatin in it, then combine with praline paste and gently fold in whipped cream.
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Spoon mousse into the molds, layer in the hazelnut center, add more mousse, and finish with the crunchy base.
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After chilling for 3 hours, carefully unmold and sprinkle roasted, crushed hazelnuts on top for decoration.
# Notes:
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This dessert is inspired by the famous Ferrero Rocher, reimagined as an elegant dome version.
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Homemade praline offers a much richer flavor than store-bought options.