The Chocolate Mousse That Always Impresses

This is the chocolate mousse that always impresses. Rich, light, and deeply chocolatey, yet surprisingly simple to make at home. Perfect for date night, dinner parties, or when you want a dessert that feels restaurant worthy without the fuss. Follow along for a classic chocolate mousse with a silky texture and an indulgent finish.

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The Chocolate Mousse That Always Impresses

Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Ingredients

200g x Dark Chocolate (70% cocoa solids preferred, 50%+ works)

60g x Unsalted Butter

2 x Large Eggs, separated

150ml x double (Heavy) Cream

20g x Sugar

Grated Dark Chocolate, to finish

Lightly Whipped Cream, to serve (optional)

Method

Melt the chocolate

Break the dark chocolate into a heatproof bowl and add the butter. Place the bowl over a pan of gently simmering water, making sure the water does not touch the base of the bowl. Melt gently until just combined. Remove from the heat and leave to cool for about 5 minutes.

Add the egg yolks

Once the chocolate mixture has cooled slightly, whisk in the egg yolks until fully incorporated. The mixture should look glossy and rich. Set aside.

Whip the cream

In a separate bowl, whisk the cream by hand until it reaches soft peaks. When you lift the whisk, the peak should gently fall over. Set aside.

Whisk the egg whites

Place the egg whites into a stand mixer (or use a hand mixer) and whisk on medium speed until soft peaks form. Add the sugar and continue whisking until incorporated and the egg whites look smooth and slightly glossy.

Combine

Whisk the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until fully combined.Add the egg whites in stages: mix the first portion in more vigorously to loosen the mixture, then gently fold in the remaining egg whites using a figure-of-eight motion, taking care not to knock out too much air.

Chill

Spoon the mousse into a serving dish or individual glasses. Level the top, cover, and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, or until set.

Serve

Finish with grated dark chocolate on top. Scoop using a warm spoon and serve with lightly whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Serve as a sharing dessert or in individual portions.

Fresh berries also pair beautifully with this mousse.

The texture should be light, creamy, and airy. Exactly what a great chocolate mousse should be.