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Giotto Dessert

Giotto Dessert Cups

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A luxurious layered dessert made with creamy mousse, hazelnut spread, chopped nuts, and Giotto candies. Elegant, no-bake, and perfect for any special occasion or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 250g cream cheese or mascarpone
  • 300ml whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 810 Giotto candies (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup milk chocolate or hazelnut spread, melted
  • 1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts
  • 1 teaspoon gelatin (optional, bloomed)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese or mascarpone with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whip cream to soft peaks.
  3. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. If using, fold in bloomed gelatin now.
  4. Pipe or spoon the mousse into clear dessert cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  5. Add a thin layer of melted chocolate or hazelnut spread over the mousse. Smooth gently.
  6. Chill desserts in the refrigerator for 2–3 hours until set.
  7. Top each with a whole Giotto candy and sprinkle chopped hazelnuts around the edges before serving.

Notes

  • Use clear cups for a beautiful visual effect.
  • Let chocolate cool slightly before layering.
  • Optional: crush a Giotto into the mousse for extra flavor inside.