Chocolate Mousse (mousse Au Chocolat)
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of a classic French dessert with this Chocolate Mousse (Mousse au Chocolat) recipe. This decadent treat is perfect for impressing guests or simply satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, 2 tablespoons of sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gradually whisk the chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture until no white streaks remain.
- Divide the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- No-Bake
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Mixing bowls Whisk Heatproof bowl
Tools
Refrigerator Pan for simmering water
Serving suggestions
Serve the Chocolate Mousse garnished with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an elegant presentation.
Tips & tricks
For best results, use high-quality chocolate for a rich and intense flavor.
Cost
$10