chocolate mousse

Here’s a classic, luscious, and surprisingly simple recipe for Chocolate Mousse—light, silky, and decadent. 🍫✨ Perfect for date night, dinner parties, or when you just want a rich chocolate fix.

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🍫 Classic Chocolate Mousse

✅ Airy and rich

✅ Only a few ingredients

✅ No baking required

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🧂 Ingredients (Serves 4–6):

• 6 oz (170g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 3 large eggs, separated

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Melt the Chocolate:

   • In a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water (double boiler), melt chocolate and butter together until smooth.

   • Let it cool slightly.

2. Whip Egg Whites:

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

   • Gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.

3. Whip the Cream:

   • In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream and vanilla until soft peaks form. Set aside.

4. Mix Egg Yolks:

   • Stir egg yolks into the slightly cooled chocolate mixture (make sure it’s not hot, or the yolks will scramble).

5. Fold It All Together:

   • Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.

   • Then fold in the egg whites in 2–3 additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.

6. Chill:

   • Spoon into individual cups or bowls.

   • Chill for at least 2 hours (or overnight) until set.

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🍓 Optional Toppings:

• Whipped cream

• Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder

• Fresh berries

• Crushed cookies or nuts

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❄️ Tips:

• Use high-quality chocolate—it makes a big difference.

• For a shortcut version, fold melted chocolate into whipped cream only (no eggs)—delicious, but a bit denser.

• Make it ahead—mousse tastes even better after a day in the fridge!

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Would you like a dairy-free, vegan, or espresso-infused version of this mousse?