MOUSSE AU CHOCOLAT (CHOCOLATE MOUSSE)

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Smooth and heavenly chocolate mousse. Can be piped into individual cups before chilling and garnished with cocoa, whipped cream, or chocolate curls before serving. Recipe by Jacques Pepin

Provided by Babs7

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
2 eggs, separated
2 extra egg yolks
1/3 cup espresso
1/3 cup very strong coffee
2 tablespoons Grand Marnier (optional)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 cups heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks

Steps:

  • Melt the chocolate over hot, but not boiling, water or place in a very low oven (180-degree).
  • Mix the sugar with 1/4 cup of water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Boil 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the 4 egg yolks in the bowl of an electric mixer.
  • Gradually add the sugar syrup, beating constantly.
  • Continue beating for 5 to 6 minutes at high speed, or until the mixture is thick and creamy.
  • Add the coffee concentrate, Grand Marnier, and softened butter and beat tboroughly.
  • Stir in the melted chocolate.
  • Beat the egg whites with a rotary or electric beater until stiff and shiny.
  • As soon as they are ready, add to the chocolate mixture and beat in with a wire whisk.
  • Finally, fold in the whipped cream.
  • Pour into a large serving bowl and refrigerate until serving time.

Ekhtiar Saad
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This mousse au chocolat is very expensive to make. I would not recommend it for a budget-friendly dessert.


Khame Majhi
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my mousse au chocolat turned out grainy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Al Mamunh
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This mousse au chocolat is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Erron Salazar
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I'm not a big fan of mousse, but I really enjoyed this mousse au chocolat. It's very light and airy, and the chocolate flavor is perfect.


Devil
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This mousse au chocolat is the perfect dessert for a romantic dinner. It's so elegant and delicious.


Sish Adnan
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I made this mousse au chocolat for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


julian williams
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This mousse au chocolat is very rich, so a little goes a long way. I served it in small glasses and it was the perfect amount for dessert.


Rehan Waseem
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I've tried a lot of mousse au chocolat recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Pam Embry
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This mousse au chocolat is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion. It's so delicious and decadent.


Mona Burnette
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but I loved this mousse au chocolat. It's not too sweet and the chocolate flavor is very subtle.


Carlos Navarro Paz
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This mousse au chocolat is the perfect make-ahead dessert. I made it the day before my dinner party and it was still perfect the next day.


Abulayes Abul
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I made this mousse au chocolat for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best dessert he's ever had.


Sabelo Mbatha
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This mousse au chocolat is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a professional pastry chef. I'm definitely going to make it again and again.


rabnawaz pakhraal
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I'm not usually a fan of mousse au chocolat, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and airy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness.


Mfarhan Fani
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This is the best mousse au chocolat I've ever had. It's so smooth and creamy, and the chocolate flavor is out of this world.


mUSIC CAVE
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I love this mousse au chocolat! It's so light and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. I always make it for special occasions.


OLa Tife
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This was my first time making mousse au chocolat and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the mousse was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Sowddam Hossain
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I've been making this mousse au chocolat recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. My friends and family love it!


Khadak Kunjeda
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This mousse au chocolat is the perfect dessert for any chocolate lover. It's rich, decadent, and airy, with a deep chocolate flavor. I made it for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge hit!