Chocolate Orange Mousse Recipe

Indulge in this dreamy Chocolate Orange Mousse, ready in under 30 minutes! This simple yet decadent dessert, adapted from a favorite home economics cookbook, combines the richness of dark chocolate with the bright zest of orange. Perfect for a quick weeknight treat or an impressive dessert for guests. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 374.7 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Orange Mousse

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How to Make Chocolate Orange Mousse

  1. In a medium bowl, using an electric mixer on high speed, beat 2 cups of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  2. Set aside 1 cup of the whipped cream; keep the remaining 1 cup in the bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar together on medium speed until completely smooth and creamy.
  4. With the mixer on low speed, gradually beat in 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and the zest of 1 large orange.
  5. Gently fold in half (1/2 cup) of the reserved whipped cream using a spatula.
  6. Remove the mixer and carefully fold in the remaining 1 cup of whipped cream by hand until just combined. Be gentle to maintain the mousse's airy texture.
  7. Pour the mousse into 6 individual dessert dishes. Serve immediately for a soft texture or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for a firmer mousse.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

100g

Fat

88g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Orange Mousse?

Chocolate Orange Mousse takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Orange Mousse?

Chocolate Orange Mousse has approximately 374.7 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 43 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Orange Mousse?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Orange Mousse are Heavy Cream, Cream Cheese, Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Orange Zest. See the full list with measurements above.

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