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A glass bowl filled with creamy chocolate mousse, topped with a swirl of whipped cream and sprinkled chocolate shavings. In the background, hints of another bowl tease a tempting chocolate mousse recipe waiting to be enjoyed.

The Best Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Melissa Griffiths
This Chocolate Mousse Recipe is rich, smooth, and full of deep chocolate flavor. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s an easy dessert that feels special every time!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 6
Calories 509 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 ¼ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon coconut, almond, or cherry extract (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a double boiler, melt chocolate chips with ⅔ cup of the cream and the corn syrup.
  • Once melted and smooth, stir in vanilla and flavored extract, if using.
  • Stir in remaining 1 ⅓ cup cream and stir to combine.
  • Place in a glass or metal bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until completely chilled.
  • When chilled, beat with electric mixer until whipped and light, about 3 minutes.
  • Place in serving dishes or ramekins and serve cold.
  • Garnish with additional whipped cream and/or chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

Chocolate Selection: The choice of chocolate chips determines the overall taste profile - opt for semi-sweet for a balanced flavor, dark chocolate for rich intensity, or milk chocolate for a sweeter, creamier result.
Electric Mixer Essential: Using an electric mixer rather than mixing by hand properly whips air into the mixture and achieves that classic fluffy, cloud-like texture.
Smooth Texture Secret: While corn syrup isn't required, it creates a restaurant-quality silky finish that practically melts in your mouth.
Perfect Party Dessert: This mousse can be prepared an entire day before serving, making it an ideal choice for entertaining when time-saving is essential on the day of the event.
Storage Tips: Keep the mousse covered in the fridge to preserve its freshness and prevent it from picking up any unwanted odors or flavors from other foods.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 of 6 servingsCalories: 509kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 43gSaturated Fat: 27gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 289mgFiber: 3gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 1185IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 77mgIron: 2mg
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