Chocolate Mousse
Experience the heavenly texture and rich flavor of homemade chocolate mousse. This decadent dessert is a blend of high-quality dark chocolate, heavy cream, and whipped egg whites, resulting in a light yet indulgent treat that will impress at any gathering. With its stunning presentation and customizable toppings, this chocolate mousse is perfect for celebrations or a sweet self-indulgence. Get ready to savor every luscious spoonful!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz (170g) dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks.
- Beat the egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the melted chocolate until well combined.
- Carefully fold in the beaten egg whites until no streaks remain.
- Spoon the mixture into serving bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 62mg