Description
An elegant, airy chocolate mousse brightened with zesty orange — a simple yet luxurious dessert that feels restaurant-worthy.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 oz (170 g) dark chocolate, chopped
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 eggs, separated
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream, whipped
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tbsp orange liqueur or juice (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: Melt chocolate and butter together over a double boiler or gently in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before proceeding to avoid cooking the eggs.
- Prepare Egg Yolk Mixture: Whisk the egg yolks with sugar until the mixture becomes pale and creamy. This aerates the yolks and helps achieve a light texture.
- Combine Chocolate and Yolk Mixtures: Fold the egg yolk mixture gently into the cooled chocolate along with the orange zest and optional orange liqueur or juice, ensuring an even blend without deflating the mixture.
- Whip Egg Whites: Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. This step is essential for the mousse’s airy consistency.
- Fold in Egg Whites: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture, being careful not to overmix so the mousse retains its lightness.
- Add Whipped Cream: Finally, fold in the whipped heavy cream carefully to maintain the airy texture of the mousse.
- Chill: Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to set and develop the flavors.
Notes
- Add candied orange peel or shaved chocolate on top for garnish and extra flavor.
- Use pasteurized eggs if concerned about consuming raw egg whites to ensure safety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: French
