Indulge in the ultimate chocolate fantasy with our exploration of the best recipes for a sinfully delicious chocolate mousse dessert. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this decadent and airy creation, crafted from the finest chocolate and elevated with layers of rich flavor. In this curated guide, we present a collection of recipes that showcase the versatility and allure of chocolate mousse, transforming it from a classic indulgence to an extraordinary culinary masterpiece.
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CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
Chocolate mousse is the ultimate dessert for any chocolate lover. We like to make ours using bittersweet chocolate, which is high in pure chocolate (at least 35 percent cocoa solids) and makes for a deep chocolate flavor. (Plus, it's also a great eating chocolate.) If you prefer semisweet chocolate, which has more sugar and fewer cocoa solids than bittersweet, know that it can often be substituted in recipes without significantly affecting the flavor or texture.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 3/4 cup heavy cream. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring, until mixture coats back of spoon, 3 to 4 minutes (do not boil). Remove from heat; whisk in melted chocolate and vanilla. Strain into a bowl; chill until cool.
- With an electric mixer, beat remaining 1 1/4 cups heavy cream with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar until stiff peaks form. Stir 1/3 of whipped cream into cooled custard mixture, then gently fold in the rest with a rubber spatula.
- Spoon into serving dishes; chill, covered, at least 30 minutes and up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
THE BEST CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
The best chocolate mousse must be perfect. It should taste rich, indulgent and not too sweet, with a texture that is both light-and-airy and silky-and-smooth. After many attempts we nailed it and made a dessert that not only exceeded our standards, it's also quite easy to pull off. Close your eyes and take a bite -- you'll be transported to a 4-star French restaurant.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whip 1 cup of the heavy cream to soft peaks in a medium bowl (see Cook's Note). Set aside.
- Add the egg, egg yolks, sugar, espresso powder, vanilla extract, salt and 1 tablespoon water to a medium heatproof bowl and whisk to combine. Set the bowl over a medium saucepan of gently simmering water (do not allow the bowl to touch the water). Whisk constantly until the mixture is pale, hot to the touch and has almost doubled in volume, about 4 to 6 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally with a rubber spatula, if necessary. Remove from the heat and continue whisking until cooled, about 2 minutes.
- Put the chopped chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl and set over the saucepan of gently simmering water (do not allow the bowl to touch the water). Stir occasionally with a rubber spatula until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from the heat and gently stir for about 3 minutes to cool slightly.
- Whisk the egg mixture into the melted chocolate in 3 additions until combined. (The mixture may get very thick.) Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in 3 additions until it is fully incorporated. It is important that the chocolate mixture is not warm to ensure that it combines smoothly with the whipped cream without seizing up.
- Divide the chocolate mousse among four 4-ounce ramekins and chill until firm, about 1 hour.
- Whip the remaining 3/4 cup cold heavy cream to stiff peaks. Top each chocolate mousse with whipped cream and serve. (For a softer texture, allow the ramekins to sit at room temperature while you whip the cream.)
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE ICEBOX DESSERT
Layers of chocolate filling and lady fingers create a sweet treat that is truly decadent.
Provided by By Sarah Caron
Categories Dessert
Time 12h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fill bottom portion of double boiler or 1-quart saucepan with 1 to 1 1/2 inches water; heat to a simmer. Place chocolate chips in top portion of double boiler or in heatproof bowl placed over saucepan. With water simmering, stir chips until melted. Stir in sugar and 2 tablespoons water until well combined (mixture will lose its shine and look dry).
- In medium bowl, beat 3 egg yolks. Add hot chocolate mixture; stir until well combined.
- In small bowl, beat 3 egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into chocolate mixture until well blended. Set aside.
- In another small bowl, beat whipping cream and vanilla with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Fold into chocolate mixture until combined.
- To assemble dessert, line bread pan with waxed paper or plastic wrap, allowing paper or wrap to extend over sides of pan. Arrange single layer of ladyfingers in bottom of pan. Top with 1/3 of chocolate mixture. Repeat making 2 more layers, ending with chocolate. Refrigerate at least 12 hours before serving.
- To serve, place serving plate upside down over pan; turn plate and pan over. Remove pan. Cut into slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 35 g, TransFat 0 g
THE ULTIMATE MAKEOVER: CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
This sophisticated dessert is great for a dinner party, or for a lighter family pud use ordinary dark chocolate with less cocoa solids
Provided by Angela Nilsen
Categories Dessert, Dinner
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Chop the chocolate very finely and put it into a large bowl that will fit over a pan of simmering water. Mix the cocoa, coffee and vanilla with 2 tbsp cold water, and pour over the chocolate. Place the bowl over the gently simmering water, give it all a stir, then remove from the heat. Leave with the bowl of chocolate still over the water, stirring occasionally to check when melted.
- Stir the melted chocolate, it will be quite thick. Stir in 2 tbsp boiling water and the chocolate will immediately thin down and become silky smooth. Leave to cool slightly.
- Whisk the egg whites to fairly soft peaks, then whisk in the sugar until thick and glossy. Beat the yogurt into the cooled chocolate. Fold about one-third of the egg whites into the chocolate mix using a large metal spoon, then very gently fold in the rest of the whites until they are evenly mixed in - being careful not to over-mix or you will lose the volume of the mousse. Spoon into 4 small cups or (125-150ml) ramekins and chill for a couple of hours, or overnight.
- Place each mousse on a saucer or small plate. Top with a few raspberries, then dust with a little cocoa powder. Will keep for up to 2 days in the fridge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.12 milligram of sodium
EASY 3-INGREDIENT CHOCOLATE MOUSSE RECIPE BY TASTY
Make this easy chocolate dessert with a cool hack! Perfect for Valentine's Day or anytime you have a craving for chocolate.
Provided by Rie McClenny
Categories Desserts
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium pot, combine the marshmallows and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the marshmallows are completely melted, 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the marshmallow mixture over the chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until well combined and smooth.
- Divide the mixture between 4 serving cups. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until set.
- Top with whipped cream and grated chocolate, if desired.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 39 grams
EVERYONE LOVES IT CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
Since this recipe was created, it has been requested at family holidays. I make it in big batches so that people can take some home. It is light and creamy in texture yet rich in flavor!
Provided by Valerie
Categories Chocolate Mousse
Time 3h
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt semisweet chocolate chips and milk chocolate chips in heavy saucepan over very low heat while stirring. Stir coffee into the melted chocolate, remove from heat, and cool to room temperature.
- Beat egg yolks, one at a time, into the chocolate mixture.
- Beat heavy cream with an electric hand mixer in a large mixing bowl until thickened. Gradually beat sugar into the cream until the mixture is stiff.
- Beat egg whites with the salt in a separate glass or metal bowl until stiff peaks form; fold into the cream mixture. Take about 1/3 of the resulting mixture and stir into the chocolate mixture. Scrape remaining cream-and-egg mixture over lightened chocolate base and fold together gently; pour into a serving bowl or individual dessert cups.
- Chill in refrigerator until set, about 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 787.8 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 241.9 mg, Fat 63.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 38.6 g, Sodium 129.2 mg, Sugar 46 g
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE DESSERT
A Thick and Chocolaty Dessert that is sure to Curb your Chocolate Cravings! I do this on Special Romantic Occasions using Wine Glasses and Strawberries!
Provided by Donna Luckadoo
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 4 desserts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Using a mixer, combine the pudding, milk, and Cool Whip until smooth.
- Spoon into 4 medium glasses.
- Top with Cool Whip, mini chocolate chips, and pecans.
- Chill for 1 hour.
- For a special occasion or romantic dinner, use wine glasses and top with strawberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1030.6, Fat 67.7, SaturatedFat 46.6, Cholesterol 4.9, Sodium 682.8, Carbohydrate 108.6, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 94.9, Protein 8.2
FANCY MOUSSE TOWERS
You simply will not believe how easy it is to make Christine Dohlmar's elegant mouthwatering chocolate dessert! "This recipe is so quick and easy, but looks and tastes like you really fussed."-Christine Dohlmar, Valrico, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat the cream, milk and pudding mix until stiff peaks form. Transfer to a small resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in the corner of the bag. , Drizzle two serving plates with chocolate syrup. Place a chocolate wafer in the center of each plate; pipe with some of the pudding mixture. Repeat layers twice. Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate and mint if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 281mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
SUPREMELY EASY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
Although cool whip can never take the place of whipping cream it can cut down the calories, make a very quick dessert and taste lovely as well. I served this in small dessert dishes with a very small piece of chocolate to garnish. Although I used milk chocolate, it could also be made with dark. The idea for this recipe came from Kraft.
Provided by GaylaV
Categories Dessert
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Melt chocolate in a double boiler or carefully in the microwave.
- Pour the melted chocolate into the cool whip.
- Whisk gently until it is well combined.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Spoon into small dessert dishes and garnish with small chocolate piece.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.9, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 46, Carbohydrate 25, Fiber 1, Sugar 22.9, Protein 3
HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
"Heaven on a spoon" is how one friend describes this chocolaty dessert. My husband, Allen rates it best of all the special treats I've made. The filling can also be used for a pie.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a microwave, microwave the chocolate, 1/4 cup water and butter until the chocolate and butter are melted; stir until smooth. Cool for 10 minutes. , In a small heavy saucepan, whisk egg yolks, sugar and remaining water. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture reaches 160° or is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat; whisk in chocolate mixture. , Set saucepan in ice and stir until cooled, 5-10 minutes. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into dessert dishes. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 46mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Ensure your chocolate is high-quality and contains a minimum of 70% cocoa solids for a rich, decadent flavor.
- Use chilled heavy cream for a mousse with a light and fluffy texture.
- Whip the cream until it forms soft peaks for optimal incorporation into the chocolate mixture.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Chill the mousse for at least 2 hours, or overnight, for the best flavor and texture.
- Garnish with fresh berries, shaved chocolate, or a sprinkle of cocoa powder before serving.
Conclusion:
This classic chocolate mousse recipe yields a luxurious, velvety dessert that is sure to impress your loved ones. With its rich chocolate flavor, light and airy texture, and customizable garnishes, this mousse is perfect for any special occasion. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a birthday, or simply craving a decadent treat, this chocolate mousse is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth. Enjoy!
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