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Mousse in a jar

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate mousse, dessert in a jar, quick dessert, single serving dessert
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Chocolate and cream microwaved, whisked and shaken in a jar for one quick serving of mousse.

Ingredients

  • 1 ounce or about 30 grams chopped chocolate
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Directions

  • Put everything in the jar. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then whisk until melted and smooth, adding another 15–20 seconds if needed.
  • Put the lid on the jar and refrigerate for 6–8 hours, or overnight, until fully chilled.
  • Shake for 3–5 minutes until it reaches the thickness you like, or use an electric mixer instead.

Notes

Refrigerate. Fridge time: 6–8 hours or overnight before shaking. Prep 10 min, cook 1 min. No raw eggs.

Nutrition

Serving: 152g | Calories: 557kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4.6g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 32g | Trans Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 217mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 1749IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for the whole recipe (1 serving); or about 30 grams chopped chocolate (the first choice counted), heavy whipping cream counted as heavy cream. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.