Dessert
Classic French Chocolate Mousse
- Total timeTotal
- 20′
- ServingsServings
- 4-5
This is the authentic French chocolate mousse. Rich in flavor, with a silky texture and a result you can count on!
This is the authentic French chocolate mousse. Rich in flavor, with a silky texture and a result you can count on!
The recipe
Classic French Chocolate Mousse Recipe
Total time 20′ · 4-5 servings
Ingredients
Method
- Ideally, take the butter and eggs out of the fridge 1 hour ahead.
- First, separate the yolks from the whites into two bowls.
- Heat a little water in a saucepan and set a large bowl over it, so it doesn’t touch the water.
- Break the chocolate into pieces and add it to the bowl.
- Add the butter, cut into pieces, and stir constantly over low heat.
- Once the chocolate and butter have melted, add the sugar in batches and whisk well.
- When the mixture is creamy, take it off the double boiler and let it cool a little.
- Add the egg yolks to the warm chocolate and mix well.
- Whip the egg whites with the mixer to a stiff meringue.
- Add the meringue to the chocolate mixture and fold it in gently, in circular movements, with a silicone spatula or a large spoon.
- When it has the texture of a light chocolate mousse, divide it among small bowls or glasses and chill for at least 2 hours.
- For the best result, make it 24 hours ahead and keep it in the fridge.
- TipThe eggs in this mousse are not cooked. If you’re serving young children, pregnant women or older guests, use pasteurized eggs.
- Serve the chocolate mousse with red berries or chocolate shavings on top.
