Chocolate Espresso Mousse

Serving Size: 10

This is a very rich chocolate mousse made the traditional way using raw eggs*. It has just a touch of espresso for a subtle twist. Note: Requires 2 hour chill time.

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Recipe by: Mayumi Tavalero

Cook Times

Active Prep15

Hands-On Cook5

Hands-Off Cook0

Passive0

Total Time20

Recipe Serving Size10

Cooking Tools Required

Double Boiler, Electric Hand Mixer, Mixing bowls, Mixing spoon, Refrigerator

Ingredients

8 ounce 70% dark chocolate chopped
4 tablespoon European style unsalted butter cut into small pieces
4 teaspoon instant espresso crystals or instant coffee crystals
4 egg separated
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
4 tablespoon granulated sugar

For the whipped cream:

2 ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoon granulated sugar

Garnishes (optional):

whipped cream
chocolate covered coffee bean
shaved chocolate
ground coffee

Instructions

Please note that this dish requires 2 hours of refrigerating time and it will be best to start with it first to allow enough time for that prior to eating.
In a medium-sized stainless steel bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (or double boiler), melt the chocolate and butter. Stir in the instant coffee, then pour the mixture into a bowl. Whisk in the egg yolks; set aside.
In the bowl of your electric mixer (or with a hand mixer), whip the egg whites with the cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form; set aside.
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream and sugar.
Stir a couple of spoonfuls of the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it, and then fold the remaining whites into the chocolate mixture. Fold in the whipped cream.
Spoon the chocolate mousse into individual serving dishes or glasses. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
When ready to serve, garnish as desired.

Notes

This dessert requires a 2 hour chill time, so plan accordingly by making this dish first.

Reheating Instructions

Store covered, in refrigerator and enjoy for up to 5 days.

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