Old-Fashioned Chocolate Mousse
Melting and irresistible with its delicious dark chocolate flavor... We dive in our spoon without hesitation! A very easy recipe with only 4 ingredients.
Ingredients
- 180 g dark chocolate pastry 52% cocoa or more according to your preferences
- 5 medium size eggs at room temperature
- 40 g salted butter
- 1 cs granulated sugar
Prepare in advance
- Break the chocolate into pieces and place in a bowl. Add the diced butter and melt everything in a bain-marie. Let cool for the next step.
- Separate the yolks from the whites. Add the yolks to the chocolate mixture, mixing well.
- Beat the egg whites until stiff. As soon as they begin to foam, add the caster sugar. Whisk until stiff.
- Fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture in four batches using a spatula (definitely not a whisk), making a ribbon-like motion. You should lift the bottom of the mixture without crushing the mousse. This is important to ensure the mousse holds its shape well.
- Using a tablespoon, fill the individual small jars and smooth the tops by tapping the jar against the work surface.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours for optimal texture.
Notes
This chocolate mousse can be stored in the refrigerator for 24 to 48 hours (no longer, as it contains raw eggs). Be sure to cover your jars with plastic wrap to preserve their flavor.