Orange Chocolate Charlotte

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and stir in the orange zest.

5. 5

   In a separate saucepan, melt the dark chocolate over low heat, stirring constantly.

6. 6

   In a large mixing bowl, whip the mascarpone cheese until smooth.

7. 7

   Add the egg yolks one at a time, whipping until well combined.

8. 8

   Gradually pour the orange juice mixture into the mascarpone mixture, whipping until smooth.

9. 9

   Add the melted chocolate, whipping until well combined.

10. 10

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the almonds and confectioners' sugar.

11. 11

    Pour half of the mascarpone mixture into the bottom of a 20cm (8inch) round cake pan.

12. 12

    Top with half of the almond mixture, half of the dark chocolate, and half of the orange juice mixture.

13. 13

    Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of chocolate on top.

14. 14

    Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.