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Silky Chocolate Mousse Cups Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert with Whipped Cream

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A rich and silky chocolate mousse dessert topped with whipped cream, perfect for any occasion and easy to make with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, cold (divided)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (plus 1 teaspoon for topping)
  • 3 large eggs, separated, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Set up a double boiler by simmering water in a small saucepan. Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over the pan, making sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir gently until melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. In a chilled bowl, pour 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream and whip with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Set aside in the fridge.
  3. In another bowl, whisk 3 large egg yolks with 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar until pale and creamy, about 3 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  4. Slowly pour the melted chocolate into the yolk mixture, whisking constantly to avoid scrambling. Add 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder if using. Set aside.
  5. In a clean bowl, beat 3 large egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three additions, using a spatula and turning the bowl as you fold to keep the air in.
  7. Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until no streaks remain. Don’t overmix.
  8. Spoon the mousse into serving cups or ramekins. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally 3-4 hours, until set and chilled.
  9. Just before serving, whip the remaining 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream with a teaspoon of sugar until soft peaks, then dollop or pipe on top of each mousse cup.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better whipping. Melt chocolate gently over simmering water to avoid seizing. Fold ingredients gently to keep mousse airy. Chill mousse for at least 2 hours for best texture. If chocolate seizes, stir in a small splash of warm cream to smooth it out. Keep whipped cream cold for best volume.

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