Description
Experience pure bliss with this rich, creamy chocolate mousse that melts in your mouth. Made from high-quality dark chocolate, fresh heavy cream, and fluffy egg whites, this dessert transforms simple ingredients into an elegant treat perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a dinner party or a quiet night in, this chocolate mousse will undoubtedly impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa), chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth; cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Beat the eggs with sugar until pale and frothy.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture, then incorporate the whipped cream without deflating it.
- Spoon the mixture into serving glasses and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream or berries if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Not applicable
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg