Mocha Mousse with Fresh Strawberries
A simple chocolate-coffee mousse, lightened with beaten egg whites and whipped cream, is a rich, delicious dessert to make your guests feel special. Fresh strawberries, which often begin to appear in markets in mid-winter, are a lovely addition to the mousse.
Serves6 to 8
CostModerate
Total Timea day or more
Make Ahead RecipeYes
Kid FriendlyYes
OccasionCasual Dinner Party, Cooking for a date
Recipe Coursedessert
Dietary Considerationgluten-free, halal, kosher, peanut free, soy free, tree nut free, vegetarian
Equipmentelectric mixer
Five Ingredients or LessYes
Mealdinner
Moodblue, romantic
Taste and Texturechocolatey, creamy, fruity, rich, sweet
Type of Dishchocolate dessert
Ingredients
- 6 ounces good-quality semisweet chocolate
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature, separated
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- ¼ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 16 fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
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Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler set over barely simmering water, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
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In the bowl of an electric mixer set on medium speed or with a hand mixer, beat the egg yolks and sugar until pale yellow. Stir in the chocolate and espresso until well mixed.
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In another bowl, with the mixer set on high speed or with a hand mixer, whip the cream until it forms stiff peaks. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold it into the chocolate mixture.
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In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites at high speed with a clean, dry whisk or hand mixer until stiff peaks form. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold into the chocolate mousse, taking care to incorporate the whites thoroughly.
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Spoon the mousse into a large serving bowl or individual dessert bowls or goblets. Chill in the refrigerator overnight. Serve garnished with strawberries.
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