Ingredients for Julia Child's Chocolate Mousse
- Semisweet Baking Chocolate
- Strong Coffee
- Unsalted Butter
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons dark rum (or orange liqueur, strong coffee, or strained fresh orange juice)
- 4 large egg whites, at room temperature
- Superfine Sugar
- Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
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How to Make Julia Child's Chocolate Mousse
- Finely chop 6 ounces of bittersweet chocolate. Place the chopped chocolate and 4 tablespoons of strong brewed coffee in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water (double boiler). Make sure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water.
- Stir gently and frequently until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 large egg yolks and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is thick, pale yellow, and forms a ribbon when you lift the whisk.
- Whisk in 2 tablespoons of dark rum (or your chosen substitute).
- Set the bowl over the simmering water (double boiler) and whisk for 5 minutes, ensuring the mixture is warmed through but not cooked. The mixture should thicken and feel warm to the touch.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly until the mixture forms a ribbon again and has the consistency of thick creamy mayonnaise.
- Gradually whisk in the softened butter until fully incorporated.
- Gently whisk the chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture until fully combined.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the room temperature egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and a pinch of salt, continuing to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Gently fold 1/4 of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it.
- Gently fold in the remaining egg whites in two additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Divide the mousse into individual serving dishes or a larger mold.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the mousse to set.
- Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream, if desired. Bon appétit!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
88g
Fat
58g
Carbs
7g
