Classic Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in the velvety decadence of Classic Chocolate Mousse, a timeless dessert that balances rich dark chocolate with airy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Crafted with 70% cocoa dark chocolate, creamy unsalted butter, and delicately whipped egg whites, this recipe achieves a perfect harmony of bold flavor and lightness. A hint of vanilla and a touch of salt add depth, while softly whipped cream enhances every spoonful with luscious creaminess. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and finished with a simple chill, this elegant mousse is ideal for dinner parties or anytime you crave a sophisticated, chocolate-forward dessert. Serve in individual glasses, garnished with chocolate shavings or fresh berries, for an enchanting treat.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 3 pieces large eggs, separated
- 50 grams caster sugar
- 200 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl along with the unsalted butter.
Step 2
Set the bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water. Stir occasionally until the chocolate and butter have completely melted and are smooth. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 3
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the egg yolks with half of the caster sugar (25 grams) until the mixture becomes pale and thick.
Step 4
Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture until well combined. Be careful not to knock out the air.
Step 5
In a separate, clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with the salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 25 grams of sugar while whisking until stiff peaks form.
Step 6
Carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three additions, taking care to retain as much air as possible.
Step 7
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until it reaches soft peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until well-combined.
Step 8
Spoon the mousse into individual serving glasses or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Step 9
Garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh berries before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (635.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2502.7 |
| Total Fat 192.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 108.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 824.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 913.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 143.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 99.1g | |
| Protein 34.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 0% |
| Calcium 237.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1653.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories