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Creamy Chocolate Mousse Cups

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A dangerously easy yet impressively delicious homemade dessert featuring rich, velvety chocolate mousse topped with decadent nuts, berries, and chocolate shavings. Perfect for any occasion and ready in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 ounces (170g) bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 3 large eggs, separated, at room temperature
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Fresh raspberries or strawberries (for topping)
  • Toasted chopped hazelnuts or almonds (for topping)
  • Dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs (for topping)
  • Optional: whipped cream for garnish

Instructions

  1. Melt the Chocolate: Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Gently melt it over a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring each time until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
  2. Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Cover and refrigerate so it stays cold while you prepare the rest.
  3. Beat Egg Yolks and Sugar: In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thickened (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Combine Chocolate and Yolks: Slowly fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture gently to keep the mousse light and airy.
  5. Beat Egg Whites: With clean beaters, whip the egg whites and a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold in Egg Whites: Carefully fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three parts until light and airy.
  7. Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the chilled whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until fully combined.
  8. Portion and Chill: Spoon or pipe the mousse into serving cups or glasses. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably 4, to set and meld flavors.
  9. Add Toppings: Just before serving, sprinkle with toasted nuts, fresh berries, and chocolate shavings. Add a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for best volume. Fold ingredients gently to keep mousse airy. Chill mousse at least 2 hours for proper setting. Use good quality chocolate for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute coconut cream and dairy-free chocolate. Pasteurized eggs recommended if concerned about raw eggs.

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