Description
Chocolate Mousse Cups are a luxurious dessert that combines rich bittersweet chocolate and airy whipped cream for an indulgent experience. Perfect for Eid celebrations or any special occasion, these mousse cups are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare. Each bite promises a delightful blend of creamy texture and deep chocolate flavor, making them a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bittersweet chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add half of the sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form. Reserve about one cup for topping.
- In another bowl, whisk egg whites until frothy. Slowly add the remaining sugar while beating until glossy peaks form.
- Gently fold one-third of the whipped cream into the melted chocolate, then carefully incorporate half of the beaten egg whites until just combined.
- Fold in the remaining whipped cream and egg whites until fully blended.
- Spoon or pipe into serving cups and refrigerate for at least two hours to set.
- Top with reserved whipped cream and optional garnishes like chocolate shavings or fresh berries before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider infusing the mousse with espresso or orange zest. Layer crushed cookies or nuts at the bottom of each cup for extra texture.