Chocolate mousse with strawberry sauce
4 servings
60 minutes
Chocolate mousse with strawberry sauce is the embodiment of French culinary elegance. Its history begins in classic French desserts, where the combination of delicate chocolate and fruity notes creates a harmony of flavors. The airy texture of the mousse is achieved through whipped egg whites, while creamy chocolate adds richness to the dessert. The strawberry sauce, made with red wine and butter, complements the sweetness of the mousse with a refreshing tartness. This dessert is perfect for a romantic dinner or a special event, offering a moment of true enjoyment and sophistication.
1
Break the chocolate into pieces and place them in a large bowl. Heat the cream and pour it over the chocolate, stirring with a whisk until all the chocolate is melted. If it doesn't melt right away, put the bowl in the microwave for 10 seconds, take it out, stir thoroughly, and repeat until the chocolate melts. Do not microwave for longer periods at once as the chocolate may burn. Let it cool to room temperature.
- Chocolate: 130 g
- Cream: 50 ml
2
In another bowl, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks, adding 2 tablespoons of sugar during the beating process.
- Egg white: 3 pieces
- Sugar: 4 tablespoons
3
Carefully fold the egg whites into the chocolate, first 1/3, then the remaining 2/3. Divide into molds and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Egg white: 3 pieces
4
To prepare the sauce: cut the strawberries into 4 pieces, and in a saucepan mix butter, wine, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Melt the butter and sugar, add the strawberries, and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until the strawberries soften. Cool, pour the sauce over the finished mousse, and serve.
- Strawberry: 15 pieces
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Red wine: 2 tablespoons
- Sugar: 4 tablespoons