Easy and Delicious Chocolate Mousse
Chocolate mousse is an iconic dessert that will delight chocolate lovers. With its airy texture and rich flavor, it is perfect for concluding a meal beautifully or for a special occasion. This easy-to-make recipe requires only a few basic ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen: dark chocolate, eggs, and a pinch of salt. By whipping the egg whites, you will achieve a lightness that makes your mousse irresistible. This dessert can be served alone or accompanied by fresh fruits, whipped cream, or a fruit coulis to add a touch of freshness. Chocolate mousse is not only a treat for the taste buds, but it is also adaptable: you can play with the amount of chocolate to intensify or lighten the flavor, according to your preference. Treat yourself to this timeless classic that is sure to please your guests.
- Preparation time: 20 to 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 3h de frigo
- Difficulty: Medium
Ingredients
- - 200 g of quality dark chocolate
- - 4 fresh eggs
- - 1 pinch of salt
- - 1 tablespoon of sugar (optional, to taste)
Preparation
1. In a bowl, break the chocolate into pieces.
2. Cover it with very hot water, cover the bowl, and let it sit for 10 minutes.
3. Separate the egg whites from the yolks into different containers.
4. Empty the water from the bowl containing the chocolate. The chocolate should have melted; mix it with a fork until you achieve a smooth texture.
5. Incorporate the melted chocolate into the egg yolks and mix well.
6. Add a pinch of salt to the egg whites, then beat them with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
7. Using a wooden spatula, slowly and gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate/yolk mixture, being careful not to break the whites.
8. Place everything in the refrigerator for about 3 hours.
