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Deliciously Rich
Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Chocolate Mousse

This is an extremely simple chocolate mousse recipe, yet it produces a beautifully rich and decadent dessert! This can be prepared a day in advance, so it's perfect for the busy host or hostess.

Whether you are planning a planning a sophisticated dinner party with friends or a lingering, romantic dinner for two, this classic chocolate dessert recipe will never disappoint!

Gourmet food........the EASY way!

Chocolate and Cointreau Mousse

INGREDIENTS
SERVES 6

7oz (200g) good quality dark chocolate (about 60% cocoa solids)
3 large eggs, separated
1½oz (40g) caster sugar
2 tablespoons Cointreau (or other favorite liqueur)

METHOD

  • Break the chocolate into pieces and place in a heatproof bowl with 4 fl oz (120ml) of warm water. Stand the bowl over a pan of barely simmering water. Make sure that the bowl is not actually touching the water.

  • Leave the chocolate to melt for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Remove the bowl from the heat and stir the chocolate really well until it is smooth and glossy. Then leave it to cool for 5 to 10 minutes.

  • Beat the egg yolks together and then add to the cooled chocolate, along with the Cointreau. Beat again until smooth.

  • In a spotlessly clean bowl, whisk the egg whites to a soft peak stage. Then whisk in the sugar one third at time. You will now have a glossy, soft meringue.

  • Now fold a small amount of the meringue into the chocolate using a metal spoon and "cutting actions". Once the mix has loosened up, continue folding in the meringue about one third at a time. Be careful not to be too vigorous or you will knock the air out of the mousse.

  • Finally divide the mix up between 6 small ramekins. Cover with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

For a final indulgent touch to this irresistible chocolate mousse recipe, I like to finish it off with a blob of softly whipped cream sprinkled with chocolate shavings and some irresistible chocolate dipped strawberries. ........delicious!

ENJOY!

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