Chocolate Mousse Recipe
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Ingredients
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Mousse Base
Whipped Cream
Garnish (Optional)
Method
Prepare Mousse Base
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to 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 slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Make Whipped Cream
- 4
Whip Cream
In a large mixing bowl, add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, whip until soft peaks form, being careful not to over-whip.
- 5
Fold Cream into Mousse
Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until no white streaks remain. Be careful to maintain the light and airy texture.
Chill and Serve
- 6
Chill the Mousse
Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes or glasses. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- 7
Garnish and Enjoy
Before serving, top with chocolate shavings and fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy your delicious chocolate mousse!
