Chocolate Mint Swirl

Directions

1. 1
   Whisk the cream in a large bowl until standing in peaks.
2. 2
   Fold in the marscapone and sugar, then put 1/3 of mixture into a smaller bowl.
3. 3
   Stir the creme de menthe into the small bowl.
4. 4
   Stir the melted chocolate into the large bowl.
5. 5
   In serving glasses, place alternate spoonfuls of the creme de menthe and chocolate mixtures.
6. 6
   Swirl to give a decorative effect.
7. 7
   Chill until ready to serve.
8. 8
   To make piped chocolate garnish, melt a small amount of chocolate and place in a paper pastry bag.
9. 9
   Pipe squiggles and shapes onto a piece of baking parchment.
10. 10
    Let the chocolate set, then carefully remove from the parchment.
11. 11
    Place the piped garnish upright in each dessert and serve.