Restaurants on the cutting edge of this latest dessert trend include The Modern in New York City, Boa Steakhouse in Las Vegas, The Butcher Shop in San Diego, and several others.
This recipe was created by Pastry Chef Nicolas Boussin for Grand Marnier.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- **** For the Grand Marnier Cocktail ****
- 3 oz. Grand Marnier
- 1 oz orange juice
- 1 oz lemon juice
- ice
- **** For the Chantilly Cream ****
- 1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp Grand Marnier
- **** For the Chocolate Cream ****
- 3-1/2 oz dark chocolate
- Zest of 1/2 orange, finely grated
- 1/2 cup cream
- 2/3 cup whipping cream, whipped
- 2 tsp Grand Marnier
- *******
- 6 Chocolate Chip Cookies
Preparation:
Serves six.Step 1: Grand Marnier Cocktail:
In a shaker filled with ice, combine 3 oz. Grand Marnier, 1 oz orange juice, 1 oz lemon juice. Shake.
Step 2: Chantilly Cream:
Combine whipped cream with sugar. Fold in Grand Marnier.
Step 3: Chocolate Cream:
Bring the cream to a boil and pour over the chocolate. Add the Grand Marnier and the zest. Fold into the whipped cream and assemble immediately.
Assembly:
Pour the cocktail into a martini glass. Place immediately in the freezer and when it begins to harden, stick in the straw.
Leave in the freezer for about 3 hours. Pour the chocolate cream over the top. Decorate with pieces of chocolate chip cookie and chantilly cream. Serve chilled.
Chef's Suggestions for the Grand Cookie Crumble:
Freezing the cocktail allows preparers to assemble the dessert over top while maintaining a separation between the layers. Keep in the refrigerator after assembling. The cocktail will thaw, allowing both the dessert (with a spoon) and the cocktail (with the straw) to be enjoyed. A fun surprise for guests.
