Chocolate Mousse Cups
Silky, airy, and deeply chocolatey, these elegant chocolate mousse cups are a timeless dessert. Perfect for entertaining or indulging, each bite is rich, smooth, and beautifully balanced.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Chilled
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
6 oz (170 g) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
3 large eggs, separated
¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings:
Whipped cream
Chocolate shavings or curls
Fresh berries
Mint leaves
Instructions
Melt the Chocolate:
In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler), melt the chocolate and butter together until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
Incorporate Egg Yolks:
Whisk in the egg yolks one at a time until fully incorporated. Stir in vanilla extract and set aside.
Beat Egg Whites:
In a clean bowl, beat egg whites and a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
Whip the Cream:
In another bowl, beat heavy cream until soft peaks form. Do not overwhip.
Fold Ingredients Together:
Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until mostly combined. Then fold in the beaten egg whites in two additions until smooth and airy—do not overmix.
Chill:
Spoon the mousse into cups, ramekins, or dessert glasses. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
Serve:
Top with optional whipped cream, chocolate shavings, berries, or mint before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
For safety, use pasteurized eggs if concerned about raw eggs.
Don’t overmix when folding—this helps keep the mousse light and airy.
Can be made 1 day ahead for easy entertaining.
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/chocolate-mousse-cups/
