This luxurious chocolate truffle mousse is a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. Combining rich chocolate flavors with a light, airy texture, it makes an exquisite addition to your Christmas sweets lineup.
This recipe is simple yet elegant, making it ideal for festive gatherings. You can impress your guests with this decadent truffle dessert that embodies the essence of holiday chocolate.
Decadent Chocolate Mousse Recipe
This chocolate mousse features a blend of high-quality chocolate and whipped cream, creating a rich and velvety texture. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 6 people, making it a perfect choice for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, combine the chopped dark chocolate and butter. Melt over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- Whip Egg Yolks: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract.
- Beat Egg Whites: In another bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until well combined.
- Chill: Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Serve: Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
