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Decadent Chocolate Mousse (Creamy) in 3 Easy Steps

Chocolate Mousse (Creamy)
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Create a silky, airy chocolate mousse that is both elegant and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 170g good quality dark chocolate, chopped
  • 4 large eggs, separated
  • 50g caster sugar
  • 120ml heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Melt the chopped dark chocolate gently in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, or in the microwave in short bursts. Stir until smooth, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. In a clean bowl, whisk the egg yolks with half of the caster sugar until pale and creamy.
  3. Stir the cooled melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture until well combined. Add the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate, very clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining caster sugar and continue whisking until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  5. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks.
  6. Gently fold about a third of the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it.
  7. Then, carefully fold in the remaining egg whites and the whipped cream until just combined, being careful not to overmix and deflate the air.
  8. Spoon the mousse into individual serving glasses or bowls.
  9. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, or until set.

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Ensure your bowls and whisk for the egg whites are perfectly clean and dry to achieve stiff peaks.
  • Do not overmix the mousse after folding in the egg whites and cream.

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