Decadent Chocolate Mousse

Decadent Chocolate Mousse

90 mins
easy
4 servings

A rich and creamy chocolate mousse, perfect for a special occasion. Easy to make and visually appealing.

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Equipment Needed

  • Electric Mixer (optional)
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 250.00 mlHeavy Cream(Full-fat for best results)
  • 100.00 gDark Chocolate (70% cacao)(High quality for intense flavor)
  • 100.00 gGranulated Sugar(Adjust to taste)
  • 15.00 mlWater(For sugar syrup)
  • 3.00 Egg Yolks(Room temperature for best results)
  • 100.00 gFresh Berries (optional)(Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
  • 20.00 gCocoa Powder (optional)(For dusting)

Instructions

1

Heat 1 cup of heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering. Remove from heat.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Chop chocolate and whisk into the warm cream until melted and smooth.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Whip remaining heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Whisk egg yolks until pale and thick. Gradually whisk in the sugar syrup.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the chocolate mixture.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

7

Fold in the whipped cream.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

8

Pour into glasses or ramekins and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Estimated time: 120 minutes

9

Garnish with fresh berries and a sprinkle of cocoa powder (optional).

Estimated time: 2 minutes

10

Serve chilled.

Estimated time: 1 minutes