Easy Chocolate Mousse (Edit recipe)

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It is with the greatest pleasure that I share one of my most beloved desserts: an easy, elegant chocolate mousse, or “mousse au chocolat.” This French classic is light, airy, yet deeply decadent, with just the right hint of Grand Marnier to make it special. I have been making this dessert since I was about ten years old. Yes, I was trusted to melt chocolate over a gentle flame on the stove. Times were certainly different then! Over the years, I have refined that childhood recipe, adding a grown-up twist with a splash of Grand Marnier. It feels like growing up, one spoonful at a time.

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PREP TIME

5 minutes

COOK TIME

10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

5

Serves: 4

Ingredients

0.75 cup Creme Fraiche
5 oz 72% Extra Dark Chocolate Chip - Guittard
4 Eggs
2 Tbsp Grand Marnier
0.5 cup Granulated White Sugar

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Separate the yolks from the egg whites.
Cut the chocolate bar into small pieces and place it in a pan with two tablespoons of water. Melt the chocolate over low heat while stirring.
Once the chocolate has melted, remove from the stove and add the sugar, the egg yolk, Grand Marnier and mix well until a smooth cream is formed.
Mix the egg whites until they form hard peaks. Add them one spoonful at a time to the chocolate mixture until they are fully incorporated.
Slowly fold in the crème fraiche until all is blended.
Pour into four small glasses or a bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

For a successful chocolate mousse, use very good quality chocolate. Ghirardelli is my favorite and is readily accessible at your grocery store. Do use dark chocolate, ranging from 70% to 74% cocoa content.
Omit the Grand Marnier if you have children around, as the alcohol will not evaporate.
Can be served in individual containers, or pour it into a glass container and scoop out what you desire at serving time
Prepare it beforehand, as the flavors need time to infuse.
Serve it well refrigerated

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	203
Fat:	8 g
Carbohydrates:	28 g
Protein:	1 g
Cholesterol:	0 g
Sodium:	0 mg
Fiber:	0 g
Sugars:	24 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.