Chocolate Mousse Recipe
Rich and creamy chocolate mousse served with whipped cream.
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Ingredients
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Mousse
Whipped Cream
Method
Mousse Preparation
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In a separate bowl, whisk together the large eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and thick, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the eggs.
- 4
Whip Cream
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- 5
Fold in Whipped Cream
Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in three additions, ensuring that it remains light and airy.
- 6
Chill
Divide the mousse into serving cups or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Whipped Cream Preparation
- 7
Whip Cream
In a clean bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- 8
Add Sweetener and Flavor
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- 9
Serve
Once the mousse is set, top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream before serving.