Chocolate Mousse Recipe
Rich chocolate mousse topped with whipped cream.
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Ingredients
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Mousse Base
Whipped Cream Topping
Method
Mousse Base Preparation
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
Begin by melting the dark chocolate. Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl and set it over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Prepare Egg Mixture
In a separate bowl, separate the egg whites from the yolks. Add the granulated sugar to the egg yolks and whisk until pale and creamy. Stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Refrigerate Mousse
Pour the mousse mixture into individual serving dishes or a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
Whipped Cream Preparation
- 5
Start Whipping Cream
In a large bowl, pour the heavy whipping cream. Using an electric mixer, beat the cream on medium-high speed until it begins to thicken.
- 6
Finish Whipping Cream
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream. Continue beating until soft peaks form and the cream is fluffy.
- 7
Serve with Whipped Cream
Once the mousse has set, top each serving with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
