Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in this rich and creamy chocolate mousse dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Chocolate shavings - For garnish
- Whipped cream - 1 cup
- Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
- Sugar - 1/4 cup
- Eggs - 4, separated
- Unsalted butter - 1/4 cup
- Dark chocolate - 8 ounces, chopped
Let's Get Started
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar together until pale and creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture, stirring until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture, followed by the beaten egg whites.
- Divide the mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings.
- Enjoy the decadent chocolate mousse!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Sugar: 20g