Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNovio's BistroNovio’s Mousse Recipe

Novio’s Mousse Recipe

Inspired by Novio's Bistro
Time2h
Serves4

Dark chocolate, chocolate shell, Cointreau whipped cream

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Ingredients

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Mousse and Toppings

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chocolate Shell

    Melt the chocolate for the shell in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler method) until smooth. Once melted, let it cool slightly before using.

  2. 2

    Form the Shell

    Using a pastry brush, coat the inside of small ramekins or dessert cups with the melted chocolate. Allow it to set in the refrigerator until firm (about 15 minutes). Apply a second coat of chocolate and refrigerate again until set.

  3. 3

    Make the Mousse

    Chop the dark chocolate and melt it in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

  4. 4

    Whip the Cream

    In a separate bowl, whip 200 ml of heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.

  5. 5

    Beat the Eggs

    In another bowl, whisk the eggs with the granulated sugar until pale and fluffy.

  6. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    Gently fold the melted dark chocolate into the egg mixture until fully combined. Then, fold in the whipped cream carefully until no streaks remain.

  7. 7

    Chill the Mousse

    Pour the mousse mixture into the prepared chocolate shells and smooth the tops. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.

  8. 8

    Prepare the Cointreau Whipped Cream

    Before serving, whip the remaining 100 ml of heavy cream with the Cointreau until soft peaks form.

  9. 9

    Serve

    Top each mousse with a dollop of Cointreau whipped cream and enjoy!

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