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Chocolate Mousse

Decadent Chocolate Mousse: Quick and Egg-Free Delight

This egg-free Chocolate Mousse is a quick, luscious dessert that combines silky texture with rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Base
  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate Use baking chocolate for smooth texture
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder Dutch-processed enhances flavor
For the Creamy Texture
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream Whip cold to soft peaks
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the mousse
  • 1 pinch salt Elevates flavor
For Flavor
  • 0.5 cups water Boil before mixing with cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure for best flavor

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • electric mixer
  • Pan
  • Serving cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chop the semi-sweet chocolate and microwave in 20-30 second intervals until melted and smooth.
  2. Boil water and whisk in cocoa powder until dissolved, then let cool.
  3. Combine cocoa mixture with melted chocolate and stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Whip the heavy cream with sugar and salt on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  5. Fold in whipped cream into chocolate mixture gently, maintaining the airy texture.
  6. Spoon mousse into cups, cover, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Great for last-minute desserts. Serve chilled with garnishes like whipped cream or chocolate shavings.

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