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Chocolate Mousse

Either pour into glasses or cool in one bowl. Serve with whipped cream.
Course Dessert

Ingredients

  • 8 oz semi sweet chocolate
  • 1/4 c water
  • 1 c egg whites
  • 1 c whipping cream
  • 2/3 c Sugar

Instructions

  • In a double boiler, melt chocolate and water together. Stir as it melts; if it is not smooth and kind of "chalky" add a bit more water.
  • When it is melted it should be smooth and a thick liquid, set aside.
  • Whip the egg whites and sugar until a thick meringue, set aside.
  • Whip the cream until stiff.
  • Fold the meringue into the chocolate and then the whipped cream.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
Either pour into glasses or cool in one bowl. Serve with whipped cream.
Angelfood Parfait:
Break pieces of angel food cake into glasses or bowl and layer or fold with the mousse.
Mousse Parfait ideas:
Mini marshmallows Caramel sauce Toasted nuts Sliced banana, strawberries or mango
Additional Comments:
Instead of water use coffee or espresso for flavoring. Orange zest is a good addition.