Description
This Chocolate Mousse is a luxurious and elegant dessert that’s light and airy, featuring a rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for special occasions or as a decadent treat, it’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the chopped chocolate and butter together over a double boiler (or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between). Stir until smooth, then set aside to cool slightly.
- Beat Egg Yolks: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with 2 tablespoons of sugar until pale and thick. Slowly whisk in the melted chocolate mixture until smooth. Set aside.
- Whip the Cream: In another bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip. Set aside in the refrigerator.
- Beat Egg Whites: In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Fold Everything Together:
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until mostly combined.
- Next, gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture in two additions, being careful not to deflate the mousse. Fold until smooth and no white streaks remain.
- Chill the Mousse: Divide the mousse into serving dishes or glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
- Serve: Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality chocolate.
- Make sure to separate the eggs carefully to avoid any yolk in the whites.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: french
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 130mg