Decadent Chocolate Espresso Mousse

Ingredients

- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons brewed espresso
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Melt the Chocolate:
- Place a saucepan over low heat on the stove.
- Add 1 cup of chocolate chips to the saucepan.
- Stir constantly until the chocolate chips are fully melted and smooth. Be cautious not to overheat, to prevent burning the chocolate.

2. Add Espresso:
- Once the chocolate is completely melted, slowly add 2 tablespoons of brewed espresso to the mixture.
- Stir until the espresso is thoroughly incorporated, creating a silky chocolate espresso mixture.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

3. Whip the Cream:
- In a separate mixing bowl, pour 1 cup heavy cream.
- Add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar to the cream.
- Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the cream on medium speed until stiff peaks form. This will take about 3-4 minutes.

4. Combine and Fold:
- Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate espresso mixture. This will lighten the mixture.
- Fold in the remaining whipped cream gently, making sure to retain the airy texture.

5. Chill and Serve:
- Pour the mixture into individual serving cups or bowls.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set properly.
- Serve chilled, and optionally garnish with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or chocolate shavings.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time:
PT10M
10 minutes

- Cooking Time:
PT10M
10 minutes

Total Time

PT2H20M
2 hours and 20 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Keywords

chocolate mousse, espresso dessert, easy dessert, decadent dessert, gourmet mousse, chocolate espresso, whipped cream dessert, stove dessert, chocolate recipe, mousse recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1440 calories

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