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Decadent Chocolate Mousse Recipe

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  • Author: Melanie
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This classic Chocolate Mousse recipe produces a rich, airy, and indulgent dessert perfect for chocolate lovers. Made with dark bittersweet chocolate, fresh eggs, cream, and sugar, this mousse is smooth and creamy with a delicate, fluffy texture. It’s an elegant, no-bake treat that’s simple to prepare and can be served chilled with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a beautiful presentation.

Ingredients

Scale

Eggs

  • 3 eggs (~55g/2 oz each), separated

Chocolate Mixture

  • 125g / 4.5 oz dark cooking chocolate (bittersweet / 70% cocoa)
  • 10g / 0.3 oz unsalted butter

Dairy

  • 1/2 cup full-fat cream

Sweetener

  • 3 tbsp caster sugar (superfine white sugar)

Garnishes

  • More whipped cream
  • Chocolate shavings

Instructions

  1. Work at a steady pace: Ensure you work steadily to keep your whipped egg whites and cream from getting too warm, which will help achieve the perfect texture.
  2. Separate eggs: While the eggs are cold, carefully separate the eggs and yolks. Place the whites in a large bowl and yolks in a small bowl. Set the whites aside while preparing other ingredients.
  3. Whisk yolks: Whisk the egg yolks until they are smooth and uniform in color.
  4. Melt chocolate and butter: Break the chocolate into pieces and place in a microwave-safe bowl along with the butter. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. Allow to cool slightly before proceeding.
  5. Whip cream: Beat the cream until stiff peaks form, taking care not to over-whip, which can cause the cream to separate.
  6. Whip egg whites and sugar: Add caster sugar to the egg whites and beat until firm peaks form, ensuring the mixture is glossy and holds its shape.
  7. Combine yolks and chocolate mixture: Stir the whisked egg yolks into the slightly cooled chocolate and butter mixture until well combined.
  8. Fold in whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate and yolk mixture, being careful to maintain the airy texture.
  9. Fold in whipped egg whites: Carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the mixture in two additions, gently mixing until no streaks remain to keep the mousse light and fluffy.
  10. Chill: Divide the mousse into serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
  11. Serve and garnish: Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings for an elegant finish.

Notes

  • Note 1: Use good quality dark bittersweet chocolate with around 70% cocoa content for the best flavor.
  • Note 2: Use full-fat cream for a richer mousse and better stability when whipped.
  • Note 3: Chocolate shavings can be made by scraping a bar of chocolate with a vegetable peeler.
  • Note 4: Keeping the eggs cold helps in separating them cleanly and makes whipping easier.
  • Note 5: Firm peaks mean the egg whites stand straight up when the beaters are lifted.
  • Note 6: Optional flavorings like vanilla extract or a splash of liqueur can be added to the chocolate mixture after melting.

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