Classic Chocolate Mousse
A rich and creamy chocolate mousse recipe that brings warmth and nostalgia, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 145 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Whisk together the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Add the cocoa powder and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, mixing until fully combined.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until fully combined.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with fresh berries or whipped cream. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
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