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Ingredients
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Chocolate Mousse Ingredients
Whipped Cream Topping Ingredients
Method
Chocolate Mousse Directions
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
In a heatproof bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Prepare Egg Yolks
Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites. In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks with granulated sugar until pale and creamy.
- 3
Combine Chocolate and Egg Yolks
Add the melted chocolate to the egg yolk mixture and stir until well combined. Add a pinch of salt and vanilla extract.
- 4
- 5
Whip the Cream
In another bowl, whip 300 ml of heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
- 6
Chill the Mousse
Spoon the mousse mixture into serving glasses or bowls. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Whipped Cream Topping Directions
- 7
Prepare the Whipped Cream
In a mixing bowl, whip 100 ml of heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- 8
Serve
Once the mousse has set, remove from the refrigerator and top with the whipped cream. Serve immediately.