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Ingredients
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Chocolate Mousse Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Set the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and granulated sugar together until pale and creamy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture, stirring continuously until well combined.
- 4
- 5
Whip Cream
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until just combined.
- 6
Chill Mousse
Spoon the mousse into serving dishes or cups. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- 7
Serve
Once the mousse is set, serve chilled. You can garnish with chocolate shavings or berries if desired.