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This mousse is light and fluffy and has a subtle hint of orange.  Serve with fresh fruit sauce.  Impress your guests during Christmas.

Ingredients:

100g semisweet chocolate, melted; 1-1/4 cup plain yogurt; 4 tbsp superfine sugar; 1 tbsp orange juice; 2 extra large egg whites; 1 tbsp brandy (optional); 2/3 cup lowfat soft cheese; 1-1/2 tsp vegetarian gelatin; 9 tbsp cold water; coarsely grated semisweet and white chocolate and orange rind, to decorate.

Method:

Put the melted chocolate, plain yogurt, soft cheese, superfine sugar, orange juice, and brandy in a food processor and process for 30sec.  Transfer the mixture to a large bowl.

Sprinkle the gelatin over the water and stir until dissolved.  In a pan, bring the gelatin and water to a boil for about 2 minutes.  Cool slightly and then stir into the chocolate.  Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form and fold into the chocolate mixture using a metal spoon.

Line a 500g loaf pan with plastic wrap.  Spoon the mousse into the pan.  Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours until set.  Turn the mousse out onto a serving plate, decorate and serve.