Description
A rich and airy chocolate mousse that will impress your guests and add sweetness to your New Year’s Eve celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, chocolate shavings, berries
Instructions
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the dark chocolate chips and unsalted butter together, stirring until smooth, then remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture carefully to keep it airy.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold it into the chocolate mixture until fully combined.
- Spoon the mousse into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality dark chocolate for a richer flavor. Do not over-whip the cream; aim for soft peaks. Chill longer for a firmer texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: chocolate, dessert, mousse, New Year's Eve, celebration