Imagine diving into a cloud of rich, velvety chocolate that melts effortlessly on your tongue - all without spending hours in the kitchen! This French-inspired Quick Easy Chocolate Mousse is your ticket to dessert heaven in just 15 minutes. Whether you're a busy home cook, a chocolate lover, or someone looking to impress guests with minimal effort, this recipe is about to become your secret weapon in creating a luxurious treat that looks and tastes like it came straight from a Parisian patisserie.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Chop the dark chocolate chips into small, uniform pieces to ensure smooth melting.
- Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly at room temperature for about 3-4 minutes, ensuring it doesn't solidify.
- In a separate large, clean mixing bowl, pour the cold heavy cream and begin whipping with an electric mixer on medium-high speed.
- Gradually add sugar while continuing to whip the cream until soft peaks form, which typically takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the whipped cream, using a spatula and making careful circular motions to maintain the cream's airiness.
- Continue folding until the chocolate and cream are completely combined with a uniform chocolate color and no streaks remain.
- Divide the mousse evenly into 4 serving glasses or ramekins.
- Refrigerate the mousse for at least 1 hour to set and chill before serving.
- Optional: Garnish with additional whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries before serving.
Tips
- Use high-quality dark chocolate chips for the most intense and smooth flavor.
- Ensure your mixing bowl and whisk/beaters are completely clean and dry before whipping cream for the best volume.
- When folding chocolate into whipped cream, use a gentle, circular motion to preserve the airiness and prevent deflating.
- For extra smoothness, let melted chocolate cool slightly before mixing to prevent seizing.
- Chill your serving glasses beforehand for an extra-cool presentation.
- Make sure your cream is very cold before whipping for the best peaks.
- Don't rush the refrigeration - at least an hour of chilling helps the mousse set perfectly.
- For a gourmet touch, experiment with different garnishes like mint leaves, orange zest, or a sprinkle of sea salt.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Cholesterol: 65mg
