Description
Homemade chocolate mousse is proof that simple ingredients can turn into something truly special. With the pure flavor of real chocolate and its smooth, velvety texture, this mousse strikes the perfect balance between rich and light.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces (226g) semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped (two 4-ounce bars)
- 2/3 cup (160g/ml) heavy cream
- 4 large egg whites (120g)
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place chopped chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. Heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to gently simmer. Pour over chocolate, then let it sit for 2–3 minutes to gently soften the chocolate.
- With a metal spoon or small silicone spatula, slowly stir until completely combined and chocolate has melted. Set aside to slightly cool.
- Place egg whites, sugar, cream of tartar, and salt in a heatproof bowl. Set bowl over a saucepan filled with 2 inches of simmering water. Whisk constantly until sugar is dissolved and mixture has thinned out, about 4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and pour into a heatproof mixing bowl. Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whip on high speed until stiff glossy peaks form, about 7 minutes.
- Pour the chocolate ganache into the meringue and gently fold together with a silicone spatula until completely combined.
- Spoon or pipe the mousse into dessert dishes, ramekins, or jars. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 48 hours.
- Top with whipped cream, chocolate curls, raspberries, and/or fresh mint to serve.
Notes
- Cover the mousse after about an hour in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing and Refrigeration
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg