Description
Indulge in these rich and airy Chocolate Mousse Cups, made with high-quality dark chocolate, whipped cream, and fluffy egg whites. This elegant dessert is perfect for any occasion and requires minimal ingredients and time, delivering a luscious and creamy texture that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mousse Cups Ingredients
- 200g high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more)
- 300ml heavy cream
- 3 large egg whites
- 50g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly to prevent curdling when combined with the other ingredients.
- Whip Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. This creates a light and velvety base for the mousse.
- Beat Egg Whites: In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with granulated sugar until glossy peaks form. This aerates the mousse, giving it its characteristic light texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream, then carefully incorporate the beaten egg whites without deflating the mixture to maintain the airy consistency.
- Chill Mousse: Spoon or pipe the mousse mixture into serving cups. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content for the best flavor.
- Ensure the bowls and beaters are clean and free from grease when whipping egg whites for optimal volume.
- Gently folding the ingredients is crucial to keep the mousse light and airy.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but overnight chilling will deepen the flavors.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh berries or whipped cream before serving.
