Chocolate Mousse Recipe
Rich and creamy chocolate mousse topped with whipped cream.
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Ingredients
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Mousse Base
Whipped Cream Topping
Method
Mousse Preparation
- 1
Melt the Chocolate
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl. Melt the chocolate over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.
- 2
Whip the Egg Whites
In a separate bowl, separate the egg whites from the yolks. Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and a pinch of salt, and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
- 3
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- 5
Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip 300 ml of heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
- 6
Chill the Mousse
Spoon the mousse into serving cups or bowls. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
Whipped Cream Topping Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Whipped Cream
In a mixing bowl, combine 100 ml of heavy whipping cream, 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
- 8
Top the Mousse
Once the mousse is set, remove it from the refrigerator and top each serving with a generous dollop of whipped cream before serving.
