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Easy 3-Ingredient Silky Chocolate Mousse

A spoonful of airy, dark chocolate mousse being lifted from a white ramekin.
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Make a rich, velvety chocolate mousse using only three simple ingredients. This no-bake dessert is quick to prepare and perfect for an elegant, yet easy, dinner party treat.

Ingredients

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  • 200g dark chocolate (70% cocoa minimum)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Chop the dark chocolate finely and place it in a heatproof bowl.
  2. Heat half of the heavy whipping cream (1/2 cup) in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer around the edges. Do not boil.
  3. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit undisturbed for five minutes to melt the chocolate completely.
  4. Whisk the chocolate and cream mixture until it is completely smooth and glossy. Set this mixture aside to cool to room temperature.
  5. In a separate, chilled bowl, whip the remaining 1/2 cup of cold heavy cream and the sugar (if using) until medium-stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture to lighten it.
  7. Carefully fold the remaining whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the mousse airy.
  8. Spoon the mousse into individual dessert cups or ramekins.
  9. Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for at least two hours, or until firm and set. Serve cold.

Notes

  • For an extra decadent texture, use a high-quality chocolate.
  • If you skip the added sugar, the mousse relies on the sweetness of your dark chocolate.
  • You can prepare this dessert ahead of time; it holds well in the refrigerator for up to two days.
  • Garnish with fresh raspberries or chocolate shavings before serving.

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