Heavenly Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Heavenly Chocolate Mousse, a decadent treat that’s as luxurious as it is easy to prepare. Featuring the rich creaminess of semi-sweet chocolate, a touch of vanilla, and the perfect balance of whipped cream and airy beaten egg whites, this recipe creates a velvety, melt-in-your-mouth texture with every spoonful. Ready in just 25 minutes of hands-on time, this foolproof mousse requires no baking, making it a stress-free dessert for special occasions or weeknight indulgence. Serve it chilled in elegant glasses with optional garnishes like chocolate shavings, whipped cream, or fresh berries for that gourmet touch. Perfectly balanced and utterly irresistible, this chocolate mousse recipe is sure to impress chocolate lovers everywhere.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs (separated)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
In a heatproof bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate and butter over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method). Stir until smooth and remove from heat to cool slightly.
Separate the eggs, placing the yolks in one bowl and the whites in another. Whisk the yolks into the slightly cooled chocolate mixture until fully combined.
In a large clean bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Stir in the vanilla extract and set aside.
In another clean bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites and a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, and continue beating until stiff peaks are achieved.
Using a spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in batches to retain the airiness. Be careful not to overmix.
Next, gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture in batches. Again, take care not to deflate the mousse by overmixing.
Transfer the mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
Serve chilled, garnished with your favorite toppings such as whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.3 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.1 g | 520% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1042 mg | 347% | |
| Sodium | 539 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.1 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1366 mg | 29% | |
*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.
