Desserts Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Sweet treats to end your meal.

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Ingredients

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1
Melt the Chocolate
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Alternatively, you can microwave the chocolate in 30-second intervals until melted.
2
Prepare the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip.
3
Separate the Eggs
Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Place the yolks in a bowl and whisk them together with the sugar and vanilla extract until pale and creamy.
4
Combine Mixtures
Once the chocolate has cooled slightly, fold it into the egg yolk mixture until well combined. Then gently fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated.
5
Whip the Egg Whites
In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture, being cautious not to deflate them.
6
Chill the Mousse
Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.

7
Prepare the Garnish
Before serving, prepare the garnish by whipping the cream until it holds soft peaks.
8
Assemble the Dessert
Top each serving of chocolate mousse with a dollop of whipped cream, some chocolate shavings, and a handful of fresh berries.