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Easy Chocolate Mousse

A velvety, indulgent chocolate mousse made with rich dark chocolate and airy whipped egg whites, perfect for a decadent dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the mousse
  • 200 g dark chocolate Choose high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content.
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 4 egg whites Ensure no yolk or grease touches the egg whites.
  • 30 g sugar Optional; adjust to taste for sweeter mousse.
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

Melt the Chocolate
  1. Melt the chocolate over a double boiler until smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Whip the Egg Whites
  1. In a large bowl, whisk egg whites with a pinch of salt until frothy.
  2. Gradually add sugar while whisking until firm peaks form.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Incorporate egg yolks into the cooled chocolate one by one.
  2. Fold in a third of the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
  3. Gently fold in the remaining egg whites, preserving the airy texture.
Chill
  1. Divide the mousse into small dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, although best enjoyed fresh. For variations, try adding flavors like espresso or orange zest.