Mocha Mousse: Discover the Secret to Perfect Creaminess!
A rich and creamy mocha mousse that combines the flavors of coffee and chocolate for a decadent dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso, cooled
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the espresso, sugar, cocoa powder, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the espresso mixture until fully combined.
- Divide the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use dark roast espresso.
- Make sure the espresso is cooled before mixing to avoid cooking the egg yolks.
- This mousse can be made a day in advance for convenience.