Death by Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients and Weight:

• 200g high-quality cocoa powder
• 500ml heavy cream
• 4 large eggs
• 100g sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch of salt
• 200g bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Preparation Time:

• Total: 1 hour 30 minutes (including preparation and cooking time)
• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 1 hour

Difficulty Level: Level 4 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine cocoa powder and sugar. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until light and creamy. Gradually add the cocoa-sugar mixture while whisking continuously.
4. Add vanilla extract and salt and mix well.
5. In a saucepan, heat the chopped chocolate over low heat until melted. Add the melted chocolate to the egg mixture and blend thoroughly.
6. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
7. Pour the mousse into individual serving dishes or one large baking dish.
8. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes or until set. The mousse should still be slightly jiggly in the center.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature before serving.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: Approx. 450 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
• Fat: High in fat due to the heavy cream and chocolate content
• Carbohydrates: From sugar and chocolate
• Protein: From eggs and chocolate

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy texture, with a strong chocolate flavor.
• Slightly light and fluffy due to the whipped cream.
• Ideal for chocolate lovers.

User Comments:

1. "The chocolate flavor was intense and perfect for a chocolate lover."
2. "The mousse was very rich and creamy, but a bit too sweet for my taste."
3. "I loved the light and fluffy texture, it was like eating a cloud of chocolate."
4. "Great dish for a special occasion, would make again."
5. "Very enjoyable dessert, would recommend to others."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality cocoa powder and bittersweet chocolate for best results.
• Be careful not to overbake the mousse, as it should still be slightly jiggly in the center when removed from the oven.
• Adjust the sugar amount according to your preference for sweetness.