Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Rich chocolate mousse with whipped cream.

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Ingredients

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1
Melt the Chocolate
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and melt it in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
2
Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Reserve a portion for topping the mousse later.
3
Separate the Eggs
Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites. Place the yolks in one bowl and the whites in another.
4
Combine Egg Yolks and Sugar
Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the egg yolks. Whisk until the mixture is pale and creamy.
5
Mix in Chocolate
Gradually fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture until well combined.
6
Beat Egg Whites
Add a pinch of salt to the egg whites and beat until stiff peaks form.
7
Fold in Egg Whites
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
8
Combine with Whipped Cream
Fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated and the mousse is smooth.
9
Chill
Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
10
Serve
Top with reserved whipped cream and enjoy your rich chocolate mousse!