Chocolate Espresso Pirouette(R) Parfaits

Ring in the New Year in style with this elegant and delicious dessert!

Chocolate Espresso Pirouette(R) Parfaits
from Campbell's Kitchen

Prep Time: 15 min. - Cook Time: 18 min.

1 canister (14.1 oz.) Pepperidge Farm® Pirouette(R) Chocolate Fudge
Crème Filled Cookies
4 egg yolks
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup prepared instant espresso OR regular coffee
2 tbsp. sweet Marsala wine
4 oz. mascarpone cheese (1/2 cup)
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tbsp. confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup grated bittersweet chocolate

Directions:
RESERVE 8 whole cookies for garnish. Cut remaining cookies into 2"-long
pieces.
BEAT egg yolks and granulated sugar in top of a double boiler over hot,
but not boiling water about 5 min. or until mixture becomes thick and
lemon-colored.
ADD coffee, wine and cheese. Cook for about 12 min. more, beating
constantly with a wire whisk until thickened. Let cool.
PLACE cream, vanilla and confectioners’ sugar in medium bowl. Beat with
mixer at high speed until stiff.
SPOON coffee cream among 8 glasses. Layer with about 1/2 cup cookie
pieces, sweetened whipped cream and top with chocolate. Divide reserved
whole cookies among the glasses. Serve immediately. Serves 8.
TIP: For a chic serving idea, serve this dessert in wine or martini glasses.

Kitchen Clip:
This elegant dessert is best served right after being made, so have all
the ingredients ready to go. Gather your guests in the kitchen to
partake in the making of this dessert!
Received on Sat Dec 31 18:28:01 2005