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Classic Dark Chocolate Mousse

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Author: Traci Crossland
Silky smooth, extra chocolate-y, light, and oh so impressive! This easy to make Classic Dark Chocolate Mousse is a delicious dessert that will be loved by everyone. Bonus? It's naturally gluten-free!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream, cold
  • ¾ teaspoon powdered gelatin
  • 1 Tablespoon water
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ⅔ cup dark chocolate pieces
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Instructions

  • Using an electric mixer with whisk attachment, whip cream to stiff peaks.
  • Refrigerate.
  • In a small bowl, stir together gelatin and water. Set aside.
  • Bring a small pot with about 1" of water to a simmer.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together egg, egg yolk, and sugar.
  • Place over pot of simmering water.
  • Continue to whisk while heating to 135°F.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in gelatin.
  • Beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  • In a microwave proof bowl, melt chocolate in 15 second increments, stirring after each, until chocolate is melted and smooth.
  • Add to egg mixture.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Fold in whipped cream in three parts.
  • Spoon into individual serving glasses.

Nutrition

Serving: 6ouncesCalories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 107mgSodium: 46mgPotassium: 179mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 671IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 1mg

Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.