Ingredients

  • 2 egg yolks
  • 100 ml golden caster sugar
  • 200 ml whipping cream
  • 100 ml strong espresso
  • 1 tablespoon cognac or 1 tablespoon brandy
  • 80 g semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 20 g semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios

Method

  • Whip egg yolks and sugar until light and foamy.
  • In another bowl, whip whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Add cold espresso and cognac to yolk mixture, mix to combine.
  • Combine whipped cream and yolk mixture; add chopped chocolate, mix.
  • Pour into a freezer-proof dish and cover with cling film.
  • Freeze for 5-6 hours or overnight.
  • Take the parfait out of the freezer about 15 minutes before serving.
  • Slice, or shape into balls with an ice-cream scoop.
  • Sprinkle chopped chocolate and pistachios on top.