Air chocolate mousse with vanilla
4 servings
90 minutes
Airy chocolate mousse with vanilla is a refined delicacy of European cuisine, captivating with its delicate texture and rich flavor. This dessert has French roots, where mousses are considered the pinnacle of culinary art. The lightness is achieved through whipped egg whites and cream, while the combination of chocolate and vanilla adds depth and sophistication. Sweet but not cloying, it offers a velvety sensation on the tongue, and the cool texture refreshes perfectly. Ideal as a finishing touch to a romantic dinner or festive feast. Served chilled and garnished with chocolate shavings, its harmony of flavors makes this mousse a favorite choice among gourmets.
1
Melt the chocolate in a water bath and let it cool slightly.
- Chocolate: 150 g
2
In a large bowl, whip the cream with a pinch of salt and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Place in the refrigerator while whipping the egg whites.
- Cream: 300 ml
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Vanilla: 2 teaspoons
3
In another large bowl, beat the egg whites with gradual sugar addition until stiff peaks form. Add melted chocolate to the whites and gently mix until smooth, then fold in whipped cream and mix well again. Divide the mixture into molds and refrigerate for 1 hour. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings and serve.
- Egg white: 4 pieces
- Sugar: 0.5 glass
- Chocolate: 150 g
- Cream: 300 ml