Puddings and Custards

Chocolate Mousse Mix

Make classic chocolate mousse with bittersweet chocolate, butter, egg yolks and whipped cream. Rich and light, it serves 8 to 10.

Chocolate mousse mix

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Bittersweet chocolate and butter melted, then folded with egg yolks and whipped cream into a light mousse.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Total Time21 minutes
CourseDessert
CuisineAmerican
Servings10 servings
Calories348

Ingredients
  

  • 13 ounces bitter or semisweet chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons superfine sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl
  • hand mixer

Directions
 

  1. Microwave the chopped chocolate and butter for about 35 seconds, then stir until completely melted. Whisk in the egg yolks and let it cool.
  2. In a chilled mixer bowl, beat the cream on medium until it begins to thicken, then add the sugar and vanilla and whisk to stiff peaks.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate. Serve right away, or cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.

Notes

Safety: uses raw egg yolks; raw or undercooked eggs may increase the risk of foodborne illness (consider pasteurized eggs; not for pregnant women, young children, elderly or immune-compromised).

Nutrition

Serving: 91g | Calories: 348kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4.3g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 2.2g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 669IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1.4mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 10 servings; bitter or semisweet chocolate (the first choice counted). Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.