Classic Chocolate Mousse
A decadent, airy, and sophisticated French dessert that melts in your mouth with the perfect balance of rich dark chocolate.
Ingredients
- •7 ounces (200g) high-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- •4 large eggs, separated
- •1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- •1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- •1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Melt the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Whisk the egg yolks into the melted chocolate one at a time until fully incorporated and glossy.
- 3
In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with the salt until soft peaks form.
- 4
Gradually add the sugar to the egg whites while continuing to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- 5
Gently fold one-third of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it, then carefully fold in the remaining whites until no streaks remain, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- 6
Divide the mousse into four individual ramekins or glasses and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
💡 Chef tips
- Ensure your bowl for whipping egg whites is completely clean and free of any grease, as even a drop of fat will prevent them from whipping properly.
- For the best texture, use chocolate with at least 60-70% cocoa solids.
- You can make this dessert a day in advance; keep it covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished mousse should be light and airy with a velvety texture, smelling intensely of cocoa and tasting rich, smooth, and perfectly sweet.