Chocolate Mousse (Paula Deen) |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
6 (4-ounce) bars bittersweet chocolate |
2/3 cup extra-strong black coffee |
4 large eggs, at room temperature separated |
1 cup sugar, plus 1/2 cup |
2 cups heavy cream |
whipped cream, for toping |
shaved chocolate, for garnish |
berries, for garnish |
Directions:
1. Break chocolate into smaller pieces and melt on top of a double boiler. When close to being melted add coffee and stir together.
2. In a separate bowl, beat 3 egg yolks and 1 cup of sugar, mixing well. Add mixture to melted chocolate and cook over heat. Stir well until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Cool.
3. Using a handheld electric mixer, beat 4 egg whites until they form soft peaks. Fold into chocolate mixture.
4. Beat heavy cream with the remaining 1/2 cup sugar until soft peaks begin to form. Fold into chocolate mixture.
5. Serve in a beautiful crystal dish or glass. Garnish with dollops of fresh whipped cream, berries and shaved chocolate.
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