Up to the Moon
Take your dessert game out of this world with "Up to the Moon," a show-stopping chocolate mousse recipe that’s as indulgent as it is enchanting. Featuring velvety dark chocolate, airy whipped cream, and a celestial finish of edible glitter and crushed chocolate cookies, this dessert is a heavenly treat for any special occasion. The mousse is beautifully light and creamy thanks to whipped egg whites and cream, while the topping adds a perfect balance of texture and visual allure. Ready in just 40 minutes of active prep and cooking, this no-bake dessert allows you to focus on presentation, making it the ultimate choice for impressing guests. Serve it chilled and bask in the glow of compliments, as each bite promises an unforgettable trip to dessert heaven! Perfect for chocolate lovers and anyone looking to add a little sparkle to their table, this recipe is sure to be a star attraction.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (60-70% cacao, chopped)
- 50 grams unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 400 ml heavy cream (chilled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 50 grams crushed chocolate cookies
- 1 teaspoon edible glitter or stars for decoration
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing the chocolate mousse: In a heatproof bowl, melt the chopped dark chocolate and butter using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with half of the granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Gradually mix the yolk mixture into the slightly cooled chocolate.
3. In another clean bowl, beat the egg whites with the remaining granulated sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture in two batches to keep it light and airy.
4. In a chilled bowl, whip 200 ml of the heavy cream until medium peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the mousse mixture. Divide the mousse evenly into serving glasses, filling each glass about halfway. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
5. To make the vanilla whipped cream topping, whisk the remaining 200 ml of heavy cream with the vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
6. Once the mousse is fully set, top each serving with a generous layer of vanilla whipped cream. Sprinkle crushed chocolate cookies on top for a textured, starry effect.
7. Finish by decorating with edible glitter or edible stars to give the dessert a celestial touch.
8. Serve chilled and enjoy this cosmic treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 274.0 g | 351% | |
| Saturated Fat | 162.9 g | 814% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1122 mg | 374% | |
| Sodium | 554 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.4 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.3 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 1567 mg | 33% | |
*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.
