Bubbly Chocolate Mousse Recipe
Description
This delicious bubbly chocolate mousse recipe is the perfect ending to a special dinner. Made with dark chocolate and cream, this mousse has a light, fluffy texture and a rich, chocolaty flavor. The bubbly topping adds a fun, festive touch that makes it a great dessert for entertaining. It's also a great make-ahead treat, as it can be made up to two days in advance and stored in the refrigerator until needed.
This mousse is a classic combination of dark chocolate and cream. The dark chocolate is melted and blended with the cream until smooth, then folded into whipped cream to create a light, airy texture. The mousse is topped with a bubbly mixture of chocolate and cream, which adds a fun twist to the classic mousse. The result is a decadent, delicious dessert that's sure to please all your guests.
Ingredients
For the mousse:
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups heavy cream, whipped until soft peaks form
For the bubbly topping:
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate, chopped
Instructions
To make the mousse, place the chopped chocolate in a medium heat-proof bowl. Heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until it just begins to simmer. Pour the cream over the chocolate and whisk until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. Stir in the sugar, vanilla, and salt. Let cool to room temperature.
In a separate large bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the whipped cream until combined. Divide the mousse among individual serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until set.
To make the bubbly topping, heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from the heat and add the chopped chocolate. Whisk until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. Let cool to room temperature.
To assemble, top each serving of mousse with the bubbly topping and serve. The mousse can be made up to two days in advance and stored in the refrigerator until needed.
Notes
If you don't have dark chocolate, you can also use semi-sweet or milk chocolate. You can also use sugar-free chocolate for a lower calorie dessert. If you don't have heavy cream, you can use an equal amount of half-and-half or whole milk.
Nutrition
This recipe yields 8 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 27 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
This decadent chocolate mousse is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without overdoing it. It's a light and delicious dessert that won't leave you feeling weighed down. Enjoy!
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