"Indulge in a luxurious Chocolate Mousse with rich flavor and airy texture. Perfect for special occasions or a treat. Easy, no-cook recipe ready in minutes."
Melt the chocolate with water in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Stir egg yolks into the melted chocolate until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add half of the sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with the remaining sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture, then fold in the whipped egg whites until no white streaks remain.
Divide the mousse into serving glasses or cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Serve chilled, garnished with your choice of toppings.
Notes
Ensure the chocolate is finely chopped for even melting.
• When combining chocolate with egg yolks, make sure the chocolate is not too hot to prevent scrambling.
• For maximum volume, whip the cream and egg whites until stiff peaks form, but be careful not to over-whip.
• Fold ingredients gently to keep the mixture light and airy.
• Chill the mousse for at least 2 hours before serving to set properly.