Rich, airy chocolate mousse presented in elegant cups, ideal for chic servings and special occasions.
# What You Need:
→ Chocolate Mixture
01 - 4.2 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
03 - 2 large eggs, separated
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Cream
06 - 3/4 cup heavy cream (minimum 35% fat), chilled
→ Garnish (optional)
07 - Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder
08 - Fresh berries or mint leaves
# Directions:
01 - Combine chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
02 - Whisk egg yolks with vanilla extract in a separate bowl, then gradually mix in the cooled chocolate until fully blended.
03 - Whip egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks develop.
04 - In a clean bowl, whip chilled heavy cream until soft peaks form.
05 - Fold one-third of the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture gently to lighten it.
06 - Carefully fold in the remaining whipped cream followed by the beaten egg whites in two additions each until the mixture is smooth and airy, taking care not to overmix.
07 - Spoon or pipe the mousse evenly into 8 small shot glasses.
08 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
09 - Before serving, garnish with shaved chocolate, fresh berries, or mint leaves as desired.
