Ingredients for Easiest Ever Chocolate Mousse With Lemon Cream
- Bittersweet Chocolate Chips
- Water
- Sugar
- Instant Espresso Powder
- 2 large egg whites
- Whipping Cream
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Lemon Peel
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How to Make Easiest Ever Chocolate Mousse With Lemon Cream
- Place 6 ounces of finely chopped semi-sweet chocolate in a blender.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 3/4 cup of water, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of espresso powder to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Carefully pour the hot sugar mixture over the chocolate in the blender.
- Secure the blender lid tightly.
- Blend for 5 seconds on low speed.
- Add 2 large egg whites to the blender.
- Secure the blender lid tightly.
- Blend on high speed for 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and mousse-like.
- Pour the chocolate mousse into 4 small serving bowls.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spoon the lemon cream over the chilled chocolate mousse.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
39g
Fat
76g
Carbs
6g
