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Dark chocolate mousse made using cocoa powder with a spoonful taken out.
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4.89 from 9 votes

Dark Chocolate Mousse

This 5 ingredient Chocolate Mousse is bursting with dark chocolate flavor and will surely become one of your favorite desserts to make and serve. Perfect for Valentine's Day, a special occasion or any day, this recipe for quick chocolate mousse is definitely a keeper.
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dark chocolate mousse, easy mousse recipe, mousse with cocoa powder
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 209kcal
Author: Kimberlee Ho

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream cold
  • cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder sifted
  • cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt

Instructions

  • Combine heavy whipping cream, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in the bowl of a bowl fitted with the paddle attachment.
    2 cups heavy whipping cream, ⅔ cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder, ⅔ cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon fine salt
  • Beat at low speed for 20-30 seconds until ingredients begin to combine then turn mixer to high speed and beat until stiff peaks form, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Stop the mixer to scrape the sides and bottoms then whisk for a few seconds more until all is combined.
  • Serve immediately or chill in ramekins covered with plastic wrap until ready to serve. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

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Notes

To store, cover with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Mousse will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days

Nutrition

Calories: 209kcal
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