Chocolate Peppermint Mousse
Chocolate Peppermint Mousse is a delightful dessert that perfectly blends rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint. This light and airy mousse is incredibly easy to prepare and makes for a stunning presentation at any holiday gathering or cozy evening at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create an indulgent treat that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth; let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip the cold cream with half the sugar until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, whisk egg whites and salt until foamy; gradually add remaining sugar and beat to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold melted chocolate into whipped cream, then fold in beaten egg whites until no streaks remain.
- Add peppermint extract and fold gently to combine.
- Spoon mousse into serving dishes and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg