Decadent Dark Chocolate Mousse
A rich and creamy dessert that's sure to please your family and friends!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 c. Ghirardelli 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 c. heavy whipping cream for melting the chocolate
- 2/3 c. heavy whipping cream for whipping
- 1 T. confectioners’ sugar
- 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
- Fresh berries for garnish
- Belgian chocolate sticks for garnish, optional
Instructions
- In a large microwaveable bowl, heat the chocolate chips and a 1/2 cup heavy cream in 20-second increments, stirring well between each increment. (It took me 60 seconds total.) Set aside to cool for about 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat 2/3 cup whipping cream with the confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Transfer the whipped cream to the refrigerator until the chocolate is cooled to room temperature.
- Using a rubber spatula fold the whipped cream into the cooled, melted chocolate. Once fully combined, transfer the mousse into individual jars or dishes and chill for at least 2 hours. The colder it is, the firmer it will be. If you like it softer you can leave it at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving. Top with fresh fruit or chocolate sticks.
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