Dark Chocolate Mousse

Name: Dark Chocolate Mousse
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H25M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT3H25M0.000S
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped chocolate (72 percent); 1 cup heavy cream; 4 large egg yolks; 1/3 cup sugar; Whipped cream, for serving; Chocolate shavings, for garnish

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Level: Easy

Total: 3 hr 25 min (includes chilling time)
Active: 25 min

Yield: 4 servings

Level: Easy

Total: 3 hr 25 min (includes chilling time)
Active: 25 min

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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Mousse:

1/2 cup chopped chocolate (72 percent)

1 cup heavy cream

4 large egg yolks

1/3 cup sugar

Toppings:

Whipped cream, for serving

Chocolate shavings, for garnish

Directions

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For the mousse: Melt the chocolate in a bowl over a water bath, making sure the water is not boiling. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks.
Place the egg yolks in a small bowl and set over the same water bath to slightly heat while beating them with a whisk. Add the sugar to the yolks and then transfer the mixture to a stand mixer set up with the whisk attachment. Beat until the sugar is completely dissolved and the yolks double in size, about 5 minutes. Carefully fold the chocolate into the yolks. Lastly, fold in the whipped cream. Divide the mixture among 4 serving bowls or glasses and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
For the toppings: Just before serving, top with some whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings.

Consumption of raw or undercooked eggs, shellfish and meat may increase the risk of foodborne illness.