"The classic dessert gets a holiday twist with eggnog flavors and an opulent presentation. Begin making this one day before serving...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/3 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar
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1 1/4 cups water
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1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon dark rum
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4 tablespoons brandy
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12 large egg yolks
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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4 8-ounce containers mascarpone cheese*
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2 cups chilled whipping cream
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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6 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
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7 tablespoons Kahlúa or other coffee liqueur
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2 6.15-ounce or four 3.5-ounce boxes Champagne biscuits or Boudoirs (about 60 crisp ladyfinger cookies)*
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, finely ground in processor
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Chocolate Leaves