Chocolate mousse: Discover the secret to perfection!
A rich and creamy dessert that melts in your mouth, chocolate mousse is a classic treat that combines the flavors of chocolate and whipped cream for a delightful experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g dark chocolate
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Begin by melting the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture gently.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Carefully fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until fully combined.
- Pour the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content.
- Make sure the chocolate is completely cooled before folding it into the egg mixture.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh berries for an elegant touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg