Chocolate Mousse
Homemade chocolate mousse, airy and intense: just good dark chocolate and eggs, whipped into a cloud-like, melt-in-the-mouth texture. No-bake and made in 20 minutes, it sets in the fridge for a few hours. The foolproof French dessert that always delights.
Ingredients
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 6 eggs
- 30 g sugar
- 1 pinch salt
Method
- 1Melt the chocolate over a bain-marie and let it cool slightly.
- 2Separate the whites from the yolks.
- 3Stir the yolks into the melted chocolate.
- 4Whip the whites to stiff peaks with the salt.
- 5Add the sugar while whisking.
- 6Gently fold the whites into the chocolate in two additions.
- 7Spoon into glasses and chill for at least 3 hours.
Tips & tricks
- Fold the whites gently to keep the air and softness.
- Make it the day before for a perfect texture.
Variations
- Orange: add some zest.
- Coffee for a bolder note.
Storage
Up to 2 days refrigerated, covered.
Nutrition (per serving)
Ingredient substitutions
- Eggs : apple sauce (50 g per egg) or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water.
- Sugar : maple syrup, honey or coconut sugar.
What to serve it with
- A coffee or fragrant tea
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Homemade custard
- Some fresh seasonal fruit
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to make "Chocolate Mousse"?
Allow about 20 min of prep, i.e. 20 min in total for 6 servings.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it's an "Easy" recipe: perfect for beginners, with no special technique required.
Can I make "Chocolate Mousse" ahead and store it?
Up to 2 days refrigerated, covered.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The quantities are for 6 servings. To adjust, simply multiply or divide the ingredients by the number of guests.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, "Chocolate Mousse" is vegetarian: it contains no meat or fish.
How many calories per serving?
One serving provides about 290 kcal, including 9 g of protein, 24 g of carbs and 17 g of fat.
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