Chocolate Dream Mousse
Indulge in the decadence of our Chocolate Dream Mousse, a silky, cloud-like dessert that’s as luxurious as it is simple to make. Crafted with premium dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher) and folded with whipped cream and airy egg whites, this mousse achieves the perfect balance of rich chocolate intensity and irresistibly light texture. With just 25 minutes of prep time, this no-bake treat is ideal for entertaining or a romantic dinner. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and a touch of sugar for sweetness, this classic dessert is served chilled, making it a divine finale to any meal. Garnish with chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream for an elegant presentation. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this is a dessert that dreams are made of!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 50 grams caster sugar
- 200 ml heavy cream (chilled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl along with the butter.
Melt the chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a clean, dry bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the caster sugar while whisking, and continue to beat until the mixture reaches stiff peaks. Set aside.
In another bowl, whisk the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until it forms soft peaks. Be careful not to overwhip.
Add the egg yolks to the slightly cooled chocolate mixture, stirring quickly to combine.
Gently fold in the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the cream.
Next, fold the whipped egg whites into the mixture in three additions, ensuring the mousse remains light and airy.
Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or ramekins and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries if desired, and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2529 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.3 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.1 g | 570% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 851 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 464 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.9 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.5 g | ||
| Protein | 38.7 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 26.6 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 1720 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
