INGREDIENTS
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8 ounces best-quality bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces, softened
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6 large eggs, 2 whole, 4 separated
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1 cup sugar
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2 tablespoons cognac or Grand Marnier (optional)
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Grated zest of 1 orange, preferably organic (optional)
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**For the finishing touches**
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1 1/2 cups heavy cream, chilled
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3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Unsweetened cocoa powder, for sprinkling