Classic Dark Chocolate Mousse
Prep Time: 20 minutes mins
Cook Time: 10 minutes mins
Total Time: 30 minutes mins
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!
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
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.
Serving: 6 ounces Calories: 277 kcal Carbohydrates: 16 g Protein: 5 g Fat: 22 g Saturated Fat: 15 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g Trans Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 107 mg Sodium: 46 mg Potassium: 179 mg Fiber: 1 g Sugar: 11 g Vitamin A: 671 IU Vitamin C: 1 mg Calcium: 95 mg Iron: 1 mg
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.