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Ingredients
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Mousse Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Whisk the Egg Yolks
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with half of the granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy.
- 3
Combine Chocolate and Yolks
Slowly add the melted chocolate to the egg yolk mixture, stirring continuously until well combined. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- 4
- 5
Fold in Egg Whites
Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- 6
Whip the Cream
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until well incorporated.
- 7
Chill the Mousse
Divide the mousse into serving dishes or glasses. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- 8
Serve
Serve chilled, optionally garnished with chocolate shavings or fresh berries.
