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Chocolate Mousse

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Chocolate mousse is a decadent dessert that delivers a luxurious, velvety experience with every bite. This rich treat combines high-quality dark chocolate, fluffy egg whites, and whipped cream to create an airy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this foolproof recipe will leave everyone craving more.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 200g dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
  • 4 large eggs (separated)
  • 100g granulated sugar
  • 300ml heavy cream (cold)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks with sugar until pale and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
  3. Gradually combine melted chocolate with the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously.
  4. In a clean bowl, whip egg whites until stiff peaks form and fold gently into the chocolate mixture.
  5. Fold in whipped cream until just combined.
  6. Spoon mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 26g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg