Classic Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in the decadently smooth and rich flavor of Classic Chocolate Mousse, a timeless dessert that combines elegance with irresistible simplicity. Crafted with velvety dark chocolate, fluffy whipped cream, and perfectly aerated egg whites, this recipe achieves a luxurious texture and deep cocoa flavor that’s sure to impress. The delicate balance of sweetness, enhanced by a hint of vanilla, makes each spoonful a celebration of classic French-inspired indulgence. Ready in just 25 minutes of hands-on effort, this mousse is ideal for dinner parties or intimate gatherings. Serve it chilled in elegant glassware, adorned with chocolate shavings or fresh berries, to elevate your dessert game. Perfect for chocoholics and lovers of sophisticated desserts alike, this is a must-try for anyone craving creamy, crowd-pleasing perfection.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl along with the unsalted butter.
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.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the egg yolks with half of the caster sugar (25 grams) until the mixture becomes pale and thick.
Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture until well combined. Be careful not to knock out the air.
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.
Carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three additions, taking care to retain as much air as possible.
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.
Spoon the mousse into individual serving glasses or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh berries before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.4 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.2 g | 526% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 824 mg | 274% | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.2 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.2 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1713 mg | 36% | |
*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.
