Smooth Chocolate Mousse

This smooth chocolate mousse is light, airy, and rich with deep cocoa flavour. It melts on the tongue and delivers a silky finish in every spoonful. Topped with a gentle dollop of whipped cream and a finishing touch of grated dark chocolate, it's a timeless dessert perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 25

Chilling 2

Total Time 2 25

Servings Portions

Ingredients

170 g dark chocolate 60–70% cocoa solids chopped
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 large egg yolks
2 large egg whites
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy cream for mousse
1/2 cup heavy cream for topping
1 tsp icing sugar for topping
Dark chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a pan of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.
170 g dark chocolate, 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened. Stir this gently into the melted chocolate until combined.
2 large egg yolks, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
In a separate bowl, whip 1/2 cup of cream until it holds soft peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture using a spatula, trying not to deflate the air.
1/2 cup heavy cream
In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold them into the chocolate mixture, a little at a time, until fully incorporated and smooth.
2 large egg whites
Spoon the mousse evenly into 4 serving glasses or ramekins.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Just before serving, whip the remaining 1/2 cup of cream with the icing sugar until soft peaks form.
1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp icing sugar
Add a generous dollop of whipped cream to each mousse. Finish with a sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings or curls or sauce for a simple yet elegant touch.
Dark chocolate shavings

Notes

Serve chilled, perhaps with a few raspberries or a mint leaf for added colour and contrast.

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