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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 (double boiler) 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. Be careful not to over-whip.
- 3
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In another bowl, whisk the eggs with granulated sugar and a pinch of salt until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Gently fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture, followed by the vanilla extract. Then, carefully fold in the whipped cream until fully combined.
- 5
Chill the Mousse
Spoon the mousse into serving dishes or glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- 6
Serve
Once set, serve the dark chocolate mousse chilled. Optionally, top with additional whipped cream or chocolate shavings.
