Description
Indulge in the ultimate romantic dessert with this rich and creamy Valentine’s Day Chocolate Mousse. Made with high-quality dark chocolate and fluffy whipped cream, this luxurious treat is simple to prepare and perfect for sharing. With each velvety spoonful, you’ll experience a melt-in-your-mouth delight that sets the mood for any special occasion. Elevate your presentation by topping it with fresh berries or delicate chocolate shavings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa)
- 1 cup heavy cream (divided)
- 2 large eggs (separated)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip 3/4 cup of heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract together until pale and creamy.
- Once the chocolate cools slightly, gently fold it into the egg yolk mixture.
- Carefully fold in half of the whipped cream until combined, then add the remaining whipped cream until no white streaks remain.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg