Double Chocolate Truffle Mousse
Treat yourself to the ultimate dessert experience with this Double Chocolate Truffle Mousse. With its rich, creamy texture and deep chocolate flavor, each spoonful promises to melt in your mouth and satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. Perfect for dinner parties or a cozy night in, this easy-to-follow recipe will elevate your dessert game and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 31 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: N/A
Ingredients
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- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Whisk the eggs and sugar together until pale and thickened (about 4 minutes).
- Gradually add the melted chocolate to the egg mixture while whisking continuously to combine.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated without deflating it.
- Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with flavored extracts like orange or peppermint. To lighten the mousse, consider folding in whipped egg whites instead of using all heavy cream. This dessert can be made a day ahead; it allows flavors to meld beautifully.