Chocolate Mousse Recipe
Rich and creamy chocolate mousse topped with whipped cream.
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Ingredients
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Chocolate Mousse Base
Whipped Cream Topping
Method
Chocolate Mousse Preparation
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, melt the semisweet chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 2
Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip 300 ml of heavy cream until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
- 3
Separate the Eggs
Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites. Place the yolks in a medium bowl and the whites in a separate clean bowl.
- 4
Combine Egg Yolks and Sugar
Add the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the egg yolks. Whisk until light and creamy.
- 5
Mix Chocolate with Egg Yolks
Gradually fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture until fully combined.
- 6
Beat Egg Whites
Using a clean electric mixer, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture until no white streaks remain.
- 7
Fold in Whipped Cream
Carefully fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in three additions, ensuring not to deflate the mixture.
- 8
Chill the Mousse
Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Whipped Cream Topping Preparation
- 9
Whip the Cream
In a mixing bowl, whip 150 ml of heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- 10
Serve
Once the mousse is set, top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream before serving.
