Chocolate Mousse Recipe
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Ingredients
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Mousse Ingredients
Method
Mousse Preparation
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate 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. Add in vanilla extract and continue whipping until medium peaks form. Set aside.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gently fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture until well combined. Then, fold in the whipped cream in three additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- 5
Chill the Mousse
Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- 6
Serve
Serve chilled, optionally garnished with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.
