Homemade chocolate mousse is so simple, yet impressive.
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It’s also very versatile because you can use any variety of chocolate from deep dark to white. Just make sure that it’s good quality.
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Try making some chocolate mousse for Valentine’s Day (or any other day)!
Easy Step-By-Step Instructions for Chocolate Mousse
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Free Printable Recipe for Chocolate Mousse
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Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon hot water
- ¾ teaspoon unflavored gelatin powder
- 6 ounces chocolate semi-sweet, milk, or white, chopped in pieces
- 1 and ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Stir gelatin into hot water, and dissolve for 5 minutes.
- Heat ½ cup cream in microwave for 60-90 seconds, until scalding but not boiling. Stir in sugar, and dissolved gelatin. Stir in vanilla, pour over 6 ounces chopped chocolate, and allow to stand for 10 minutes. Stir until completely combined, and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Whip remaining 1 cup of cream until stiff. Fold into chocolate, and gently incorporate. Refrigerate 1-2 hours until set.
Notes
Makes approximately 6 (½ cup) servings.