RestaurantsMaison Lacour French RestaurantMousse Au Chocolat Recipe

Mousse Au Chocolat Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Chocolate Mousse Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

1

Melt the Chocolate

In a heatproof bowl, place the dark chocolate. Melt the chocolate using a double boiler method or in the microwave, stirring occasionally until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.

2

Whip the Cream

In a separate mixing bowl, pour the heavy cream. Using an electric mixer, whip the cream until soft peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip.

3

Combine Egg Yolks and Sugar

In another bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until it becomes pale and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

4

Mix Chocolate with Egg Yolks

Slowly fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture until fully incorporated.

5

Fold in Whipped Cream

Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.

6

Beat Egg Whites

In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.

7

Combine Egg Whites with Chocolate Mixture

Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture until no white streaks remain. Ensure you maintain the lightness of the mixture.

8

Chill the Mousse

Spoon the mousse into individual serving dishes or a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

9

Serve

Once set, remove from the refrigerator. You can garnish with extra whipped cream or chocolate shavings before serving.

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