French Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of authentic French Chocolate Mousse, a timeless dessert that captures the essence of classic French patisserie. Made with silky dark chocolate (70% cocoa), creamy unsalted butter, and a delicate balance of whipped egg whites and heavy cream, this no-bake dessert is a showstopper that’s as light as a cloud yet bursting with bold chocolate flavor. Perfectly sweetened with granulated sugar and a hint of vanilla, this mousse is easy to prepare in just 20 minutes and ideal for elegant dinner parties or romantic evenings. Refrigerated to perfection, each spoonful melts in your mouth, offering layers of luxurious texture. Serve it chilled, garnished with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or seasonal berries for a flawless presentation that's sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 50 grams unsalted butter
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 100 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and melt it in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, making sure the bowl does not touch the water. Stir gently until fully melted.
Add the unsalted butter to the melted chocolate and stir until the butter is completely incorporated. Remove the bowl from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Separate the egg yolks and egg whites into two different bowls.
In the small bowl with the yolks, whisk in the granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy. Slowly mix the yolk-sugar mixture into the slightly cooled chocolate mixture until smooth. Set aside.
In the bowl with the egg whites, add a pinch of salt, and beat them using a hand or stand mixer until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overmix.
In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks. If using vanilla extract, fold it into the whipped cream.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until well combined.
Next, carefully fold in the beaten egg whites in three additions, using a spatula to gently incorporate without deflating the air in the mixture.
Pour the mousse into individual serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until firm.
Serve chilled, garnished with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.5 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.0 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 955 mg | 318% | |
| Sodium | 501 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.3 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.0 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 27.8 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 1723 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.
