Milk Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in the creamy decadence of homemade Milk Chocolate Mousse, a dessert that's as elegant as it is irresistible. With just six simple ingredients, this classic French-inspired treat combines the rich, velvety smoothness of milk chocolate with the light, airy texture of whipped cream and meringue. Perfected with a hint of vanilla and a pinch of salt, each spoonful delivers a luxurious melt-in-your-mouth experience. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and chilled to perfection, this mousse is ideal for dinner parties or a romantic date night. Impress your guests by serving it in glass cups, topped with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries for a beautiful and delicious finish. Discover how easy it is to create this sophisticated dessert at home—it’s an indulgence worth savoring!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams milk chocolate
- 300 ml heavy cream (divided)
- 3 large eggs (separated)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Chop the milk chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat 100 ml of heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Be careful not to bring it to a boil.
Pour the hot cream over the chopped milk chocolate. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then stir gently with a spatula until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
Set the chocolate mixture aside to cool slightly while preparing the other ingredients.
In a clean, grease-free bowl, use an electric mixer to whip the egg whites and a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form. Set the meringue aside.
In another bowl, whip the remaining 200 ml of heavy cream with the vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Add the egg yolks to the cooled chocolate mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in two additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
Next, carefully fold the meringue into the chocolate mixture in batches until fully combined and smooth.
Divide the mousse evenly into serving glasses or bowls and smooth the tops with a spoon.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or until set) before serving.
Optional: Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.8 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.8 g | 549% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 941 mg | 314% | |
| Sodium | 608 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.5 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.7 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 654 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1063 mg | 23% | |
*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.
