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Dark Chocolate & Coffee Mousse
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Dark Chocolate & Coffee Mousse

This Dark Chocolate & Coffee Mousse combines sweet dark chocolate chips melted with hot coffee, then folded carefully with stiffly whipped egg whites for a light yet rich dessert. The coffee adds a robust depth to the chocolate, enhancing its flavor without overpowering. Served chilled with optional strawberries or whipped cream, this mousse offers a smooth, airy texture and a balanced bittersweet taste.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups dark chocolate chips sweet
  • 5 tablespoons coffee or espresso, boiling hot, robust
  • 5 egg separated
  • strawberry optional, fresh
  • Whipped Cream

Instructions

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  1. Whisk the egg whites until at stiff peaks and set aside.
  2. Put the chocolate coins in a food processor and pulverize.
  3. Slowly add the hot coffee and process until melted and blended.
  4. Add the egg yolks one at a time and blend thoroughly.
  5. Run this mixture through a strainer to sift out any shells and egg chalazae (What my wife calls the ‘umbilical cords’).
  6. Add one third of the egg whites to the chocolate mixture and fold gently.
  7. Add another third and do the same.
  8. Add the final third, ensuring that all of the egg whites are mixed in well and the finished product is uniform.
  9. Chill until set and serve with berries, whipped cream, Creme Anglaise, chocolate sauce or sides of your choice.

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