Warm Chocolate Jelly

Instructions

1. 1

   Place chocolate in a bowl. Set aside.

2. 2

   In another bowl, combine the sugar and agar-agar. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a saucepan, bring the cream to a boil. Sprinkle in the sugar mixture, beating constantly. Continue cooking over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring to dissolve the agar-agar. Pour over the chocolate and let melt for 1 minute without stirring.

4. 4

   With a whisk, stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Pour into a 20-cm (8-inch) square glass dish. Refrigerate for about 1 hour or until the mixture is set. The jelly can be prepared several days ahead and kept, covered, in the refrigerator.

5. 5

   Just before serving, run the tip of a knife around the jelly and unmould. Cut with a knife or cookie cutter into 6 to 8 servings.

6. 6

   Reheat each portion individually in the microwave oven on high for 15 to 30 seconds, depending on size. The jelly should be warm but not melted.

7. 7

   Serve with wafer-type cookies. For a hot-cold contrast, serve the warm jelly with vanilla, chocolate or pistachio ice cream.