Ina Garten Chocolate Mousse Recipe
Ina Garten Chocolate Mousse Recipe is rich, creamy, and smooth. This easy dessert is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Learn how to make Ina Garten Chocolate Mousse with simple ingredients.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Heatproof bowl
- Whisk
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Rubber spatula
- Serving glasses or bowls
Ingredients
- Dark chocolate – 8 ounces chopped
- Unsalted butter – 2 tablespoons
- Large eggs – 3 separated
- Granulated sugar – ¼ cup
- Heavy cream – 1 cup cold
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – 1 small pinch
Instructions
Melt the Chocolate
- Place chopped dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Stir until smooth and shiny, then remove from heat to cool slightly.
Whisk the Egg Yolks
- Add egg yolks to the warm chocolate mixture. Stir slowly until smooth and glossy. Let it cool while preparing other parts.
Beat the Egg Whites
- In a clean bowl, add egg whites and pinch of salt. Beat until soft peaks form, slowly add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
Whip the Cream
- Pour cold heavy cream into another bowl. Add vanilla extract and beat until soft peaks form. Cream should be light and fluffy, not overbeaten.
Fold Everything Together
- Gently fold whipped cream into chocolate mixture. Fold in beaten egg whites slowly. Use light movements to keep mousse airy and soft.
Chill the Mousse
- Spoon mousse into serving glasses or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours to set and become creamy.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for deep flavor
- Ensure bowls are clean before beating egg whites
- Fold gently to keep air inside
- Chill long enough for best texture
- Serve cold