Ingredients for Mousse Au Chocolat Chocolate Mousse
- Bittersweet Chocolate
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- Eggs
- 4 large egg yolks
- Espresso
- Very Strong Coffee
- 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur (optional)
- Unsalted Butter
- Heavy Cream
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How to Make Mousse Au Chocolat Chocolate Mousse
- **Melt the Chocolate:** Gently melt the 6 ounces of finely chopped bittersweet chocolate over a double boiler (or in a microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth). Ensure the water doesn't touch the bottom of the bowl.
- **Make the Sugar Syrup:** In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- **Boil the Syrup:** Boil the sugar syrup for 3-4 minutes, without stirring, until it reaches a light syrup consistency.
- **Whip the Egg Yolks:** In a large bowl of an electric mixer, whisk the 4 large egg yolks until pale and slightly thickened.
- **Add the Syrup:** With the mixer running on medium speed, slowly drizzle in the hot sugar syrup, and continue beating until the mixture is thick, pale, and ribbon-like (about 5-6 minutes).
- **Incorporate Flavorings:** Add the 1 tablespoon of coffee concentrate, 1 tablespoon of Grand Marnier (if using), and 2 tablespoons of softened butter. Beat until thoroughly combined.
- **Add the Chocolate:** Gently fold in the melted chocolate until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- **Whip the Egg Whites:** In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat the 4 large egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- **Fold in Egg Whites:** Gently fold about one-third of the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it. Then, gently fold in the remaining egg whites until just combined.
- **Fold in Whipped Cream:** Gently fold in the 1 cup of whipped heavy cream until just combined.
- **Chill and Serve:** Pour the mousse into individual serving glasses or a large bowl. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled and set.
- **Garnish:** Before serving, garnish with cocoa powder, whipped cream, or chocolate curls.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
67g
Fat
132g
Carbs
6g
