Heavens Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in the velvety decadence of Heaven's Chocolate Mousse, a rich and airy dessert that’s perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a little luxury. Crafted from premium dark chocolate with 70% cocoa, this mousse is elegantly balanced with creamy whipped heavy cream, delicate egg whites, and a hint of vanilla for a heavenly flavor profile. Its light, cloud-like texture is achieved through careful folding techniques, ensuring every spoonful melts beautifully on your tongue. Ready in just 25 minutes (plus chilling), this no-bake dessert is an easy yet elegant option for any occasion. Garnish with delicate chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder for a visually stunning finish that’s as inviting as its flavor. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this recipe serves four and transforms simple ingredients into pure indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 50 grams unsalted butter
- 3 pieces large eggs, separated
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 250 ml heavy cream (cold)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- shaved chocolate or cocoa powder (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place the dark chocolate and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl. Set the bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Melt the chocolate and butter together, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks with 25 grams of the granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy. Gradually fold the egg yolk mixture into the melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
In a separate clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 25 grams of granulated sugar and continue whisking until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three batches. Be careful not to knock out too much air while mixing.
In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until no streaks remain, ensuring the mousse stays light and airy.
Pour or spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Before serving, garnish with shaved chocolate or a dusting of cocoa powder, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.0 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.4 g | 682% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 952 mg | 317% | |
| Sodium | 485 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.3 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 108.6 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 26.7 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 1760 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.
