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Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Chocolate Mousse Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of homemade Chocolate Mousse with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a special occasion or a sweet treat any day!


Ingredients

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For the Chocolate Mousse:

  • 6 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 large eggs (separated)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water, melt the chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Prepare Chocolate Base: Whisk egg yolks with sugar until pale and thick, then stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla.
  3. Whip Cream and Egg Whites: Whip cream until soft peaks form. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
  4. Combine Components: Gently fold whipped cream into the chocolate mixture, then fold in beaten egg whites in batches until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Chill and Serve: Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • To make it kid-friendly or avoid raw eggs, use pasteurized eggs or substitute with stabilized whipped cream.
  • Top with shaved chocolate, berries, or whipped cream before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg