Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in the heavenly delight of homemade chocolate mousse, a dessert that combines rich dark chocolate and airy whipped cream for an unforgettable experience. This luxurious treat is perfect for any occasion, from elegant dinner parties to cozy nights at home. With its velvety texture and sophisticated flavor, this chocolate mousse will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz high-quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Beat the eggs and sugar in another bowl until thick and pale.
- Fold the cooled chocolate into the egg mixture, then gently fold in half of the whipped cream until combined.
- Carefully fold in the remaining whipped cream until light and fluffy.
- Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg