This chocolate mousse is a modern rather than a traditional recipe, but such desserts are popular on St Patrick’s Day and other special occasions in Ireland.

Ingredients

• 16 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 quart heavy cream
• 3 ounces Irish Cream liqueur (such as Bailey’s or Carolan’s)
• seasonal fruit
• dark chocolate shavings

Instructions

In a 2 quart saucepan, bring the heavy cream to a simmer. Add the chocolate and stir until melted. Allow the mixture to cool, then add the Irish Cream. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set. With a hand or stand mixer, whip the mixture until hard peak stage. Garnish with seasonal berries and chocolate shavings. Serves 8.