Description
A classic chocolate mousse recipe that delivers rich flavor and a silky texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate in a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the yolk mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whip the cream and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Carefully fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
- Serve with fresh berries for added flavor.
- Consider adding a pinch of sea salt to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: chocolate mousse, dessert, rich dessert