White chocolate mousse tarts recipe

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My birthday is coming up in less than 2 months. If any of you would like to make me dessert for my special day, this is the one I am requesting ;-)

WHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE TARTS

• 3 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped or white chips
• 7 ounces (half a can) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/8 teaspoon vanilla
• pinch salt
• 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks
• 6 graham cracker tart shells (individual size) or 1 graham cracker pie shell

Directions

In a microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate in 20 second intervals, stirring after each 20 seconds, until smooth. Transfer to a larger bowl, whisk in milk, vanilla and salt. Add whipped cream, gently stir to combine. Spoon into shells and chill until time to serve. Garnish with fresh fruit, if desired.

White hot chocolate recipe

English: Picture of white hot chocolate taken by myself (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

I enjoy chocolate. I enjoy white chocolate even more. Here is a  delicious twist on traditional hot chocolate-this recipe features white chocolate and coffee. Top with whipped cream and stir with a peppermint stick for an extra special treat.

WHITE HOT CHOCOLATE

• 3 ounces chopped white baking chocolate (with cocoa butter)
• 2 cups milk or half & half
• 1/3 cup strongly brewed coffee
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• whipped cream (optional)

Directions
In a saucepan, combine  chocolate and 1/3 cup milk. Cook, stirring frequently, until chocolate is melted. Stir in remaining milk. Heat thoroughly while stirring. Add coffee and vanilla and serve immeditaely. Garnish with whipped cream if desired. Makes 2 servings.

Cook's Notes-this recipe can easily be made into an adult beverage by adding a shot of Kahlua or Bailey's just prior to serving.