Chocolate mousse "Three friends"
4 servings
10 minutes
Chocolate mousse 'Three Friends' is a refined delight embodying the harmony of three simple yet perfect ingredients. Bitter chocolate offers a rich, deep flavor with a slight bitterness balanced by the airy tenderness of whipped egg whites. A touch of powdered sugar adds an elusive sweetness, creating the perfect balance. Legend has it that this dessert was born in the quest for perfection among gourmets seeking simplicity and elegance. Its delicate texture literally melts in your mouth, leaving a long, enchanting aftertaste. It is best served chilled, and a light sprinkle of coarse salt on top enhances the flavor by playing on contrast. Ideal as a dessert for special occasions, it captivates with its simplicity and depth, making every moment unforgettable.
1
Melt the chocolate in a water bath.
- Dark chocolate: 100 g
2
Start beating the egg whites, adding lemon juice. Once foam appears, add a heaping tablespoon of powdered sugar. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Egg white: 4 pieces
- Powdered sugar: 1 tablespoon
3
Add a third of the egg whites to the melted chocolate and mix immediately. It's important to add the whites in parts to minimize solid particles in the mixture.
- Egg white: 4 pieces
- Dark chocolate: 100 g
4
Then add the remaining egg whites to the mixture and mix until smooth.
- Egg white: 4 pieces
5
Pour the mixture into a suitable glass container (in which you will serve the dessert) and place it in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
6
After the mousse sits in the fridge for a while, you can lightly sprinkle coarse salt on top of the dessert for a contrast of flavors.