Description
This egg-free chocolate mousse is silky, rich, and incredibly easy to make with just a few ingredients. It delivers luxurious texture and deep chocolate flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 115 g semi-sweet baking chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 60 ml boiling water
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 237 ml cold heavy cream
- 12 g granulated sugar
- 1 small pinch table salt
- Optional: whipped cream, chocolate shavings, caramel drizzle, fresh fruit
Instructions
- Place chopped chocolate in a heat-safe bowl. Microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring until smooth. Cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk cocoa powder with boiling water until smooth. Add to melted chocolate along with vanilla extract. Mix well and set aside.
- In another bowl, combine cold heavy cream, sugar, and salt. Whip until soft peaks form.
- Fold one-quarter of the whipped cream into the chocolate to lighten it.
- Gently fold in the remaining whipped cream in two additions until the mousse is smooth and airy.
- Spoon into serving cups, cover, and chill for at least 2–3 hours until set.
- Garnish before serving with desired toppings.
Notes
- Use bittersweet chocolate for a more intense flavor.
- Add citrus zest or espresso powder for variation.
- Top with berries, coconut, or nuts for texture.
- Chill before piping for decorative presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
