Chocolate Mousse
Decadent, creamy, and full of chocolate flavor, this Chocolate Mousse recipe is a breeze to make! All you need are four ingredients, and you’ll have a rich homemade mousse in no time. No baking required! This homemade chocolate mousse is a classic French dessert. It’s so rich and creamy, and it practically melts in your mouth. I love how easy it is to make and that I can make this dessert ahead of time. It’s perfect for entertaining as everyone gets their own serving, and you don’t have to spend time slicing and plating.
Even better, this chocolate dessert looks so elegant with a dollop of whipped cream and chocolate shavings on top. You won’t fail to impress your guests with this! The mousse lasts around 2 to 3 days but may deflate a bit as the air whipped into the mousse deflates. If you prefer the mousse to be slightly softer, leave the mousse on the counter for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs separated
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar (66g)
- 2¼ cups heavy whipping cream divided (540mL)
- 7 ounces semi-sweet chocolate bars finely chopped
- whipped cream
- chocolate shavings