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Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate Mousse
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French style with raw egg

French chocolate mousse is a rich, creamy dessert made from a blend of chocolate, whipped cream, raw eggs, and sugar, creating a light, airy texture. Its smooth, velvety consistency and intense chocolate flavor make it a classic indulgence in French cuisine.

Prep Time

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20 min

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Cook Time

Serves

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4

10 min

THE FACTS

Made with raw eggs - not suitable for certain diets

Decadent dessert - great for entertaining

Requires time to set

INGREDIENTS

219g dark chocolate (70%)

17g unsalted butter 

3 tbsp 40g sugar

1 270g cup whipping cream

5 eggs

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French chocolate mousse is often served chilled, it can be topped with whipped cream, grated chocolate, or berries. Simple yet decadent, French chocolate mousse is a timeless treat for any chocolate lover.

10 min

METHOD

1. Over a bain-marie melt your dark chocolate and butter, ensure you are stirring to avoid any solidification around the rim of the bowl.


2. Remove from heat and cool to approximately 35°c, too hot it will deflate your mixture to cold and it won’t mix into your egg whites.


(Eggs are required to be just below room temperature for the same reason as above).


2. Whip cream to stiff peaks and as this is happening whip egg whites and sugar to firmness.


3. Mix egg yolks into cream, pour over cream and stir.


4. Mix in cooled chocolate and mix doesn’t have to be completely combined.


5. Fold in your egg whites, not vigorously as it will deflate the foam. Ensure the egg white has been successfully mixed in as it may freak out your guests.


Chill and serve.

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Chris here from Sliver and Bite, I have been creating desserts for 4 years and recently started creating real time cooking tutorials on social media. I have always prided myself on creating authentic food with real ingredients. When learning to cook I found a gap in the market for real time cooking tutorials. I slow the process down so the viewer is able to cook along. 

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