Introduction:
Indulge in the creamy and decadent delight of a classic Mousse Dessert. This recipe is perfect for any occasion and will surely impress your guests with its silky texture and rich flavor.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours | Serves: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 150g dark chocolate, chopped
- 3 eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate over a double boiler. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the egg yolks with sugar until pale and creamy. Mix in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract.
- In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture, then fold in the egg whites.
- Pour the mousse into individual serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 320 || Total Fat: 25g || Carbohydrates: 20g || Protein: 4g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- The combination of rich dark chocolate and light airy mousse creates a perfect balance of flavors.
- It is easy to make and requires minimal ingredients.
- The texture of the mousse is velvety smooth and melts in your mouth.
- It can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- It is a versatile dessert that can be customized with different toppings or mix-ins.
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overbeating the egg whites, as this can result in a dense and deflated mousse.
- Ensure the melted chocolate has cooled slightly before adding it to the egg yolks to prevent curdling.
- Be gentle when folding the whipped cream and egg whites into the chocolate mixture to maintain the light and airy texture of the mousse.
- Do not skip the chilling time as this allows the mousse to set and develop its full flavor.
- Avoid using low-quality chocolate as it can affect the taste and texture of the mousse.
- The combination of rich dark chocolate and light airy mousse creates a perfect balance of flavors.
- It is easy to make and requires minimal ingredients.
- The texture of the mousse is velvety smooth and melts in your mouth.
- It can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- It is a versatile dessert that can be customized with different toppings or mix-ins.
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overbeating the egg whites, as this can result in a dense and deflated mousse.
- Ensure the melted chocolate has cooled slightly before adding it to the egg yolks to prevent curdling.
- Be gentle when folding the whipped cream and egg whites into the chocolate mixture to maintain the light and airy texture of the mousse.
- Do not skip the chilling time as this allows the mousse to set and develop its full flavor.
- Avoid using low-quality chocolate as it can affect the taste and texture of the mousse.
- Avoid overbeating the egg whites, as this can result in a dense and deflated mousse.
- Ensure the melted chocolate has cooled slightly before adding it to the egg yolks to prevent curdling.
- Be gentle when folding the whipped cream and egg whites into the chocolate mixture to maintain the light and airy texture of the mousse.
- Do not skip the chilling time as this allows the mousse to set and develop its full flavor.
- Avoid using low-quality chocolate as it can affect the taste and texture of the mousse.
