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Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse

Start this recipe six hours to one day ahead.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1

/2 cup whole milk

2

large egg yolks

4

tablespoons sugar

6

ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped

1

teaspoon vanilla extract

4

large egg whites

Pinch of salt

Whipped cream

Chocolate shavings (optional)

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk milk, egg yolks, and 2 tablespoons sugar in heavy small suacepan to blend. Place over medium-low heat and stir until mixture thickens enough to coat spoon, about 7 minutes (do not boil). Remove from heat. Immediately add chocolate and whisk until smooth. Whisk in vanilla. Transfer mixture to medium bowl; cool to lukewarm, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Beat egg whites and salt in large bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, beating until stiff but not dry. Fold whites into cooled chocolate mixture in 3 additions. Divide mousse among 6 goblets or transfer to serving bowl. Refrigerate until cold and set, at least 6 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and keep refrigerated.)

    Step 2

    Top mousse with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.