Easy Dark Chocolate Mousse

Easy to make ahead and chill overnight, this dark chocolate mousse is a decadent dessert that's great for entertaining.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 289 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 4 egg whites
• 4 egg yolks
• ¾ stick butter
• 6 ounces dark chocolate

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Beat 3/4 cup sugar and egg yolks together in a bowl.

Step 2

Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, 1 to 3 minutes. Add butter gradually and beat until smooth. Beat into the egg yolk mixture.

Step 3

Beat egg whites and salt together in another bowl until stiff peaks form. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sugar over and beat for 2 minutes more. Stir egg whites slowly into chocolate bowl. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours; overnight is best.