Chocolate Mousse

Name: Chocolate Mousse
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: France
Ingredients: 200 g of dark chocolate; 4 eggs; 50 g of granulated sugar; chocolate shavings (for decoration)

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This mousse is made of whipped egg whites folded into melted chocolate. 🍫 Its texture is airy. It needs to chill for at least 2 hours to set.

Total time: 20 min
Prep: 20 min
Cook: –
Rest: 2 h
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €1.25

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 4

servings

Estimated cost €5.00

1 ¼ cups dark chocolate
4 eggs
4 tbsp granulated sugar
chocolate shavingsfor decorationoptional

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Bowl
Spoon
Ramekinsor glasses
Electric mixeror whisk

Instructions

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Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave.

Separate the egg whites from the yolks.
Whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt.
Add the sugar to the egg yolks and beat until the mixture turns pale.
Fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolks and mix gently.
Gradually add the whipped egg whites, mixing gently so you don't deflate them.
Divide the mousse among glasses or ramekins.
Refrigerate for at least .
Decorate with chocolate shavings or red berries before serving.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

250kcal

Protein6 g9%
Carbs22 g34%
Fat16 g56%
Fiber3 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

✨ For an even lighter mousse, make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature before you start, and fold in the whipped egg whites carefully with up-and-down motions. 🥄

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Up to 1 month in ramekins covered with plastic wrap. Thaw slowly in the fridge. The texture is slightly changed.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 2 to 3 days at most in an airtight container in the fridge.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Ideally prepare the day before for the best texture after chilling.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Do not reheat, eat cold.

Variations

Top with red berries in addition to the chocolate shavings.
Flavor the melted chocolate with a little strong coffee or orange zest.
Serve in individual ramekins instead of glasses.

Mistakes to avoid

Adding the whites all at once: fold them in gradually and gently so you don't deflate them.
Whipping the whites without a pinch of salt: it helps make the whites nice and firm.
Serving too soon: let it chill for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator so the mousse sets.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make a really airy chocolate mousse?

Whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt, then fold them in gradually to the mixture of yolks, sugar, and melted chocolate, mixing gently so you don't deflate them. That gentle folding is what keeps the mousse airy.

How do you melt the chocolate for the mousse?

Melt the 200 g of dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave. Then fold it into the egg yolks beaten with the sugar until the mixture turns pale, mixing gently.

How long should chocolate mousse rest?

Refrigerate the mousse, divided into glasses or ramekins, for at least 2 hours. This resting time lets the mousse set and become firm before you decorate it.

How do you decorate chocolate mousse?

Decorate with chocolate shavings or red berries just before serving. They add contrast and freshness to the airy texture of the mousse.