Best Frosty Chocolate Mousse Recipes

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THE BEST CHOCOLATE MOUSSE



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The best chocolate mousse must be perfect. It should taste rich, indulgent and not too sweet, with a texture that is both light-and-airy and silky-and-smooth. After many attempts we nailed it and made a dessert that not only exceeded our standards, it's also quite easy to pull off. Close your eyes and take a bite -- you'll be transported to a 4-star French restaurant.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups cold heavy cream
1 large egg
2 large egg yolks
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
4 ounces good-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped
4 ounces good-quality semisweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • Whip 1 cup of the heavy cream to soft peaks in a medium bowl (see Cook's Note). Set aside.
  • Add the egg, egg yolks, sugar, espresso powder, vanilla extract, salt and 1 tablespoon water to a medium heatproof bowl and whisk to combine. Set the bowl over a medium saucepan of gently simmering water (do not allow the bowl to touch the water). Whisk constantly until the mixture is pale, hot to the touch and has almost doubled in volume, about 4 to 6 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally with a rubber spatula, if necessary. Remove from the heat and continue whisking until cooled, about 2 minutes.
  • Put the chopped chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl and set over the saucepan of gently simmering water (do not allow the bowl to touch the water). Stir occasionally with a rubber spatula until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from the heat and gently stir for about 3 minutes to cool slightly.
  • Whisk the egg mixture into the melted chocolate in 3 additions until combined. (The mixture may get very thick.) Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in 3 additions until it is fully incorporated. It is important that the chocolate mixture is not warm to ensure that it combines smoothly with the whipped cream without seizing up.
  • Divide the chocolate mousse among four 4-ounce ramekins and chill until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Whip the remaining 3/4 cup cold heavy cream to stiff peaks. Top each chocolate mousse with whipped cream and serve. (For a softer texture, allow the ramekins to sit at room temperature while you whip the cream.)

SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE MOUSSE



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A friend shared this rich velvety chocolate mousse recipe with me. I love to cook and have tons of recipes, but this one is a favorite. Best of all, it's easy to make. -Judy Spencer, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon water
1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon sugar
Optional: Whipped cream and raspberries

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt chocolate chips with water; stir until smooth. Stir a small amount of hot chocolate mixture into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Quickly transfer to a small bowl. Stir occasionally until completely cooled. , In a small bowl, beat whipping cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Fold into cooled chocolate mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. If desired, garnish with whipped cream and raspberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 31g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 188mg cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FLUFFY CHOCOLATE MOUSSE FROSTING



Fluffy Chocolate Mousse Frosting image

This smooth, fluffy frosting is a real treat for cake lovers. You can also use it as a dip for fresh fruit.-Kim Marie Van Rheenen, Mendota, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup cold 2% milk
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate fudge pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 3g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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