It's momsie's birthday.
I'm lucky that way, mom's birthday is always close to Mother's day. Meaning, I get to save a hundred bucks more than you every year. (might be the reason for my "success").
I was stumped for this post, people. I have no clue how to write for my mom. Then, I thought of what I do best, baking.
When I think of my mom, I wouldn't think of a rainbow cake or a cheesecake, I wouldn't think of a 3-tier cake with lilies or daisies, I wouldn't think of a cake at all. A Pie. But no, not an apple pie. She's funkier. She's addictive, she keeps you on your toes. Then, just when you think you got her figured out, she splashes you with a layer of crazy.
This pie is amazing. The chocolate mousse is healthy and light but dark and bitter. Topped with a crazy chocolate peanut butter fudge sauce, enveloped by a flaky crispy crust. That's how she is, obviously amazing yet still holds surprises at every corner.
To Momsie: I love you the way I loved you 10 years ago. I thank you the way I've thanked God for you. I'd cry and grab your feet when you leave the way I did back then. Happy Birthday and may you grow younger this year the way you did last year.
Pie crust recipe from Smitten Kitchen (or here). Chocolate mousse by Part Time Housewife. Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Sauce inspired by Nigella Lawson.
"I'm always proud that I eat all types of food, like avocado, so my kids are open to all types of food"
Happy Birthday Mom,
Jes
What a lovely tribute to your mom, and this pie looks out of this world! One thing I'm very curious about is the chocolate mousse. I've made a chocolate avocado mousse in the past for a chocolate mousse marathon, but it was a major let down, due to the actual avocado we could taste in it, probably the condensed milk hides it rather well!
ReplyDelete@ Gourmantine: I could taste a bit of avocado in this as well. (the taste tends to hide better after refrigerated). But I like Avocado, maybe that's why i don't mind. Alternatively, I think adding a tsp of vanilla extract, or some coffee would help.
DeleteSeriously? OMG. This is like chocolate peanut butter mousse tart pie heaven. Love love LOVE! :-)
ReplyDelete@ thelittleloaf: I was going on full mode addiction right there! :D
DeleteHappy Birthday to your lovely mum - she must have been over the moon :D
ReplyDeleteCheers
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@ Choc Chip Uru: Thank you! I must convey this to her :D
DeleteOh my, this looks so delicious!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh. This looks so incredibly rich and delicious!
ReplyDelete@ Amy: Thank you! Wish I could share! Right.... ;p
Delete@ Erin: Rich and healthy but sinful
This looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteFYI for those making it, 9 tablespoons equals 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon...just to keep you from measuring to much!
@ Anonymous: Thank you :) The original recipe goes by 1 avocado for those making just 1 serving of chocolate mousse.
DeleteWhat a perfect treat Jes! I am literally oogling and drooling over this sinfully put together sweet treat. Peanut butter, and rich chocolate mousse? Yummmmmmmmm... and your photos are always stunning. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to your momsie too!!! have a good weekend.. hugggggssss
ReplyDelete@ Jo: Thank you! It certainly looks like something only I would eat on a daily basis ;D
DeleteWow Jes! This looks AMAZING! I would never guess there are avocados in this beauty! What a great treat for your mom...she's very lucky. You have a lovely blog and so many wonderful recipes. I look forward to coming back! And love the blue board you made...it looks great....thanks for that tutorial...I'll have to try it...I'm beginning to yawn at my standard white tablecloth backgrounds! ;- }
ReplyDelete@ Anne: Yes! Can you believe they contain only 3 ingredients? Its a freaking awesome treat! (and many didn't even taste the avocado in it) The board is addictive! I can't stop thinking of other colors right now!
DeleteJesica, the mousse looks so perfect! I love the pineapple in this. Stunning presentation, which left me drooling! In fact, I was about to enter my laptop screen for a bite of this!! :)
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@ Purabi: I think you meant avocado ;DD Don't bite the screen, none of us can afford a new one!
DeleteLovely and perfect for your Mom!I bet she'll be overjoyed :)
ReplyDelete@ Soni: Thank you!
DeleteJesica, Loved the post, It is real wonderful tribute to mom. Love that flaky pie crust, healthy mousse the peanut butter makes it every thing taste great.
ReplyDelete@ Swathi: Thank you! Peanut Butter is just heavenly! ;p
DeleteYour peanut butter fudge sauce is totally stealing my heart :) I love this! And I imagine your mom (and just about any other would too!) Such a cute post.
ReplyDelete@ Baking Serendipity: Its perfect with, you know what?! Ice cream!!
Deletecan i sleep in this?
ReplyDelete@ MrsF: are you a messy sleeper?
Deleteno...i sleep in the superman pose all night long. :)
Delete@ MrsF: Okay but you better stay on your side!
Deletecan i roll over for a hug? :3
Delete@ MrsF: ok, just once. Haha. :D
DeleteOh my, I’m in love with your photos!!
ReplyDelete@ love2dine: I'm still learning... but thank you! :D
DeleteI always bake for presents...for bdays or whatever occassion :) I think it's the most appreciated, and tasty thing you can give! I bet your mom loved it. It looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds incredibly delicious. I think I'm going to have dreams of this until I have some so I better get up and start making it right away!
ReplyDelete@ Amy: Thank you! Although my mom isn't a real big fan of home baked goods, I would like to think she would love it :D
Delete@ Baker Street: Oh, you better not dream of swimming in a pie! ;p
I can't believe you made the mousse filling with avocados! How deliciously creative is that? Wonderful recipe, Jesica. Happy belated birthday to your mom, too!
ReplyDelete@ Georgia: It's a simple recipe everyone would remember for the rest of their lives! :D
Deleteoh my god this sounds amazing! i would love to eat a slice - or the entire thing :)
ReplyDelete@ Jenn: Thank you! And the pie never gets too boring to eat :D
DeleteOkay, I'm completely hungry right now. This looks so rich and decadent--who would guess that it's healthy?! What a perfect birthday dessert. :)
ReplyDelete@ Kiersten: Have I told you, i like your name? Kiersten.
DeleteUmm... peanut butter fudge sauce?! Hello!! I need to try this one immediately!
ReplyDelete@ Jen: Hello!!! Try it out! :D
DeleteLovely pie. I love the recipe for the crust. Thanks for visiting my blog. :)
ReplyDeleteCan I be your Mum? Just for this day, so I can eat all of this? Peanut butter and chocolate are my catnip. If catnip is addictive. I'm never quite sure whether catnip is good or bad...
ReplyDelete@ Marina: Thank you! I've always loves the recipe :D
Delete@ Hannah: I'm never quite sure what catnip is... :D
Your mum sounds like a great woman indeed! And I love the look of this pie crust! :)
ReplyDeleteDeliziosa ricetta
ReplyDelete:) ciao
@ Not Quite Nigella: It's my favourite pie crust! :D
Delete@ Stefania: Thank you!
oh wow I am speechles, now this is one beautiful and rich pie!!! very nice photos too!
ReplyDeleteThat is one amahzing recipe and that you made such a creamy luscious chocolate mousse with avocados is just mind blowing - not to mention that lovely, flaky buttery crust. What a lovely treat for MOM and no one more deserving :))
ReplyDeletechow! Devaki @ weavethousandflavors
@ Catalina: Thank you! :)
Delete@ Devaki: Avocado can do wonders! No one more deserving :)
This would please any mom!
ReplyDeleteThis looks super yummy! I'll bet mom was very happy! My mom's birthday is close to Mother's Day too!
ReplyDelete@ Angie: We hope so too... ;p
Delete@ Lyndsey: Mom was happy! We're saving $100 more each year!!
Hi Jes,
ReplyDeleteFirst of all a big thanks to you for leaving a comment on my space. Coz if it wasn't for that I would not have known about your lovely blog. Your space is just amazing with a mind blowing collection of recipes. I am following you right away :)
@ Paaka: I absolutely love your muffins! Frankly speaking, golden syrup and maple syrup are too pricey for me. But I'd love to make muffins just like yours... One day.. Thank you :D
DeleteThat looks scrumptious!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a gorgeous post dedicated to your mama! Such a great collaboration of adapted recipes, too. What could be better than chocolate and peanut butter? Nothing, that's what!
ReplyDelete@ Patricia: I love your recipes :)
Delete@ Alana: Thank you! Nothing, indeed could out-win chocolate and peanut butter. Maybe except custard and rum ;D
wow o wow this looks AMAZING!! Happy Birthday to your mum - she must be so proud of you! I love chocolate and peanut butter and this looks like my dream dessert.
ReplyDelete@ Baking Addict: Thank you! The process was far too simple to miss out on. Its one of the quickest pie to put together..
DeleteWow this looks so decadent and delicious - love it!
ReplyDelete@ Cara: Thank you! Although constantly envious of what you do with your life, let's agree that at least i made you jealous with this pie :D
Deleteaww what a sweet post and possibly the best pie I've ever seen!!
ReplyDelete@ Joanne: Thank you! It's a short post, i get it, I should have gone on and on and on about how her cloth folding style changed mine but this pie says everything i need to say about her :D
DeleteThis looks divine and I know my hubby would love it:) Am so making it:) Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDelete@ Tania: Definitely try it out! Its so easy! :D
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