Description
A rich, airy chocolate mousse that brings joy and nostalgia with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g good quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 300ml heavy cream
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 75g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Begin by melting the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave. If using a microwave, heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
- Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly before mixing in the vanilla and a pinch of salt.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold a third into the cooled chocolate to lighten it, then incorporate the remaining cream carefully.
- In a clean bowl, whip the egg whites with the granulated sugar until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the chocolate mixture.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Notes
Don’t overmix at any stage; keep the mousse fluffy. Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: chocolate mousse, dessert, creamy, easy dessert, elegant dessert