Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 egg whites
- 1/4 cup sugar
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
0 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and add the chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk until smooth.
- Gradually whisk the warm chocolate mixture into the egg yolk until combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar to the egg whites and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture until just combined.
- Divide the mousse among 8 serving glasses or ramekins.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):
* Calories: 300
* Fat: 20g
* Saturated fat: 12g
* Cholesterol: 70mg
* Sodium: 60mg
* Carbohydrates: 25g
* Sugar: 20g
* Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy
- Chocolatey flavor
- Light and airy texture
- Easy to make ahead of time
User Comments:
- "This mousse was so easy to make and so delicious! It was the perfect dessert for a special occasion."
- "I love how light and airy this mousse is. It's not too heavy or rich."
- "The chocolate flavor is amazing! This mousse is definitely a winner."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Don't overbeat the egg whites, or the mousse will be tough.
- If the mousse is too thick, you can add a little bit of milk to thin it out.
- If the mousse is too thin, you can refrigerate it for a little longer to firm it up.
