Dark Chocolate Mousse
Dive into pure decadence with this luxuriously creamy Dark Chocolate Mousse, a dessert that promises to delight every chocolate lover. Made with rich, high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), this recipe combines the silky smoothness of whipped cream, the lightness of whipped egg whites, and the depth of melted chocolate to create an irresistibly airy texture. A hint of vanilla and just the right touch of sweetness make this mousse perfectly balanced, while a pinch of salt enhances the chocolate's bold flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes plus chilling time, it's an elegant, make-ahead treat ideal for dinner parties or romantic evenings. Serve it in individual glasses, topped with shaved chocolate, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream, for a picture-perfect finish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 pieces large eggs, separated
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 250 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
Add the unsalted butter to the bowl and melt the mixture over a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Stir the egg yolk mixture into the melted chocolate until fully combined.
In a separate large bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
Clean your whisk thoroughly and, in another bowl, beat the egg whites with the pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and continue to whip until stiff, glossy peaks form.
Fold the whipped cream gently into the chocolate mixture in two batches, being careful not to deflate the air in the cream.
Next, gently fold the whipped egg whites into the mixture in thirds until fully incorporated and no streaks remain.
Spoon the mousse into individual serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Serve chilled, optionally garnished with shaved chocolate, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.7 g | 271% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.4 g | 597% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1056 mg | 352% | |
| Sodium | 551 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.4 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.8 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 265 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 27.4 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 1721 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.
