Description
A rich and creamy chocolate mousse topped with fluffy whipped cream, perfect for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g dark chocolate
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Begin by melting the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture gently.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Carefully fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until fully combined.
- Divide the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, top with additional whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the chocolate is cooled slightly before mixing with the eggs to prevent scrambling.
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa.
- This dessert can be made a day in advance for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg