Ingredients

  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/2 c. granulated sugar
  • 1 c. milk
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 3 (6 oz.) unsweetened chocolate bars
  • 2 Tbsp. almond liqueur
  • 2 (3 oz.) pkg. ladyfingers
  • 1 1/2 c. whipping cream
  • 1 c. confectioners sugar

Method

  • Whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar.
  • Whisk in milk and cornstarch until smooth.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring until boiling.
  • Continue to cook for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in broken chocolate until smooth.
  • Add liqueur.
  • Transfer to a large bowl; press with plastic and cool to room temperature.
  • Line a 9-inch spring-form pan with ladyfinger halves.
  • Beat whipping cream with confectioners sugar for soft peaks.
  • Fold into chocolate mixture. Pour half chocolate mixture into pan.
  • Cover with remaining ladyfingers and add remaining half of chocolate.
  • Garnish with stiff whipping cream and chocolate curls.
  • Chill overnight.